Hunger Like a Thirst: From Food Stamps to Fine Dining, a Restaurant Critic Finds Her Place at the Table
by Besha Rodell
Description
Besha Rodell's memoir is a poignant exploration of identity, class, and the transformative power of food. Growing up in poverty, she navigated the stark realities of food insecurity, a stark contrast to the glittering world of haute cuisine she would later inhabit. This journey from scarcity to abundance is a testament to resilience, revealing how the search for sustenance—both literal and metaphorical—can lead to finding one's true place in the world. Rodell's sharp wit and keen observations illuminate the complex relationship between hunger, desire, and belonging.
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paperback
Melia Publishing Services Limited
Published Jan 1, 2025
272 pages
ISBN: 9781250807120
paperback
Celadon Books
Published Jan 1, 2025
320 pages
ISBN: 9781250807137
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First Published
2023
Language
eng
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