Bread of Dreams

Discover the captivating insights of Piero Camporesi in his thought-provoking book, Bread of Dreams, published by John Wiley and Sons Ltd in 1996. This paperback edition spans 224 pages and offers a unique exploration of the imaginative world of ordinary people—peasants, beggars, and the impoverished—during early modern Europe. Camporesi delves into the fascinating relationship between food and society, revealing how staples like bread possessed intoxicating qualities that affected the lives of the poor. Through a blend of history and cultural analysis, this work invites readers to reconsider the role of food in shaping human experiences and social customs from c. 1500 to c. 1750. Ideal for anyone interested in European history, poverty, and the intricate connections between sustenance and society, Bread of Dreams is a must-read for history enthusiasts and scholars alike.