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Markman Ellis

Professor of 18th Century Studies at Queen Mary University of London, providing insights into the social and economic aspects of coffee's rise.

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Dec 12, 2019 • 55min

Coffee

Judith Hawley, an expert in 18th Century Literature, Markman Ellis, a Scholar in 18th Century Studies, and Jonathan Morris, a Modern Historian, delve into coffee's intriguing history. They discuss its Ethiopian roots, the rise of coffee houses in Europe, and their role in social change. The conversation highlights the dark aspects of coffee's colonial past and the impact of trading powers like the Dutch and French. They also explore Brazil's emergence as a coffee powerhouse and how societal perceptions of coffee have evolved, intertwining addiction and culture.