2014 Miami Book Fair | Libby O’Connell

Libby O’Connell is Senior Vice President of Corporate Outreach and Chief Historian to the History Channel. She is the author of several books, including Save Our History, White House–200th Anniversary andHistory of Halloween. Her latest book is The American Plate: A Culinary History in 100 Bites (Sourcebooks; $26.99). For generations, people have proudly defined themselves and their values through their national cuisine. But American food, like its history, is a world of its own. This enticingly fresh book introduces modern readers to lost American food traditions, like pemmican and roasted beaver tail, and leads them on a tantalizing culinary journey through the evolution of our vibrant cuisine and culture. Covering a hundred different foods from the Native American-era through today, and featuring over a dozen recipes and photos, this fascinating history of American food will delight history buffs and food lovers alike. Kirkus Reviews says,“O’Connell is a perky companion for this buffet of historical snacks.”

2014 Miami Book Fair