Kevin R. Kosar is the author of Whiskey: A Global History (Reaktion, 2010). He lives in Washington, DC.
"As Kosar documents in his excellent book, Moonshine: A Global
History, governments from Ancient China to Ancient Mesopotamia have
been defining which types of alcoholic drinks are legal, and
therefore acceptable for people to drink, and which types of
alcoholic drinks are illegal, and therefore unacceptable for people
to drink . . . The book has much to offer to spirit enthusiasts.
And, while I can't imagine enjoying spirits made from carrots or
horse milk, Kosar's documentation of all sorts of exotic spirits is
certainly interesting . . . An understanding of the history of
moonshine has a great deal to teach modern political leaders."--
"Forbes"
"For spirits aficionados, history buffs, cooks, and fans of great
writing, Moonshine is a must buy. It should be on everyone's
Father's Day gift list."-- "Spectator"
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