FIRENZE, CAROL

The Passionate Olive: 101 Things to Do with Olive Oil

New York, Ballantine Books. 2005, 1st US Edition. (ISBN: 034547676X) Hardcover. Book, For more than four thousand years, the olive tree has been a symbol of abundance, peace, and longevity. Gifted by a goddess, revered by ancient cultures, and protected by emperors, the olive tree and its precious fruit have played important roles in civilization.Dubbed liquid gold by Homer, olive oil has been used for food, medicine, magic, beauty, and divine rituals.. The..ultimate guide to this natural marvel..along with olive legends and fascinating history..[and] the myriad practical uses of olive oil through the telling of her favorite family stories and by offering unique formulas and recipes, 145p. illus index. As New/As New.

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Book number: 042594

Catalogue: Olives & Olive Oil

Keywords: 034547676x Olives Olive Oil

STANDISH, ROBERT

The First of Trees. The story of the olive . With decorations by Raymond Piper

London, Phoenix House. 1960, Uncorrected Proof. Original Wraps. Ill.: Raymond Piper. Book, A discursive essay with anecdotes about the presence of the olive tree in different places and times.109p. illus. Near Fine.

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Book number: 042416

Catalogue: Olives & Olive Oil

Keywords: Raymond Pipertrees Olive Oil Olives