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The Big Oyster: History on the Half Shell"Part treatise, part miscellany, unfailingly entertaining." The New York Times "A small pearl of a book . . . a great tale of the growth of a modern city as seen through the rise and fall of the lowly oyster." Rocky Mountain News Award winning author Mark Kurlansky tells the remarkable story of New York by following the trajectory of one of its most fascinating inhabitants the oyster. For centuries New York was famous for this particular shellfish,
"Part treatise, part miscellany, unfailingly entertaining."-The New York Times "A small pearl of a book . . . a great tale of the growth of a modern city as seen through the rise and fall of the lowly oyster."
-Rocky Mountain News Award-winning author Mark Kurlansky tells the remarkable story of New York by following the trajectory of one of its most fascinating inhabitants-the oyster.
For centuries New York was famous for this particular shellfish, which until the early 1900s played such a dominant a role in the city's life that the abundant bivalves were Gotham's most celebrated export, a staple food for all classes, and a natural filtration system for the city's congested waterways. Filled with cultural, historical, and culinary insight-along with historic recipes, maps, drawings, and photos-this dynamic narrative sweeps readers from the seventeenth-century founding of New York to the death of its oyster beds and the rise of America's environmentalist movement, from the oyster cellars of the rough-and-tumble Five Points slums to Manhattan's Gilded Age dining chambers. With The Big Oyster, Mark Kurlansky serves up history at its most engrossing, entertaining, and delicious. "Suffused with Kurlansky's] pleasure in exploring the city across ground that hasn't already been covered with other writers' footprints."
-Los Angeles Times Book Review "Fascinating stuff . . . Kurlansky] has a keen eye for odd facts and natural detail."
-The Wall Street Journal "Kurlansky packs his breezy book with terrific anecdotes."
-Entertainment Weekly "Magnificent . . . a towering accomplishment."
-Associated Press
Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Random House Trade
Published: 01/09/2007
ISBN: 9780345476395
Pages: 307
Weight: 0.54lbs
Size: 8.04h x 5.28w x 0.73d
Review Citations: New York Times 02/11/2007 pg. 28
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★★★★★ 5
Seems high quality, makes a good treat.
Pattern Name: Strip, Size: 3 Ounce (Pack of 1)
It's expensive, and I won't buy again most likely as I use Honest Kitchen Fish Wolfskin large chews daily to keep my dogs teeth clean (saves thousands on dentals at the vet) however, my dogs love this treat and gobble it up when offered. I was hoping it would last longer and work as teeth cleaners like the wolfskin fish chews do. Nevertheless it's a high quality food treat, and maybe I will buy again just for the occasional treat. I don't give my dogs a lot of treats much to their chagrin, but they are also not overweight either. It's not fattening and has no carbohydrates and it's not ultra-processed. I would recommend this as a treat.
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Reviewed in the United States on January 8, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Great treats dog treats
Pattern Name: Strip, Size: 3 Ounce (Pack of 1)
OMG, Can't say enough about these turkey tenders my little guy know when they come in the mail aswell as when pick up the bag . He's so so excited he jumps and snatches it out of my hand crazy dog
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Reviewed in the United States on May 5, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Perfect chew for small dogs
Pattern Name: Strip, Size: 3 Ounce (Pack of 1)
These turkey tendons are the perfect treat/chew for smaller dogs and puppies. I like that there is zero odor compared to other natural treats (looking at you smelly bully sticks). It's perfect for small dogs and older dogs that aren't aggressive chewers anymore. I love that they are all natural and not too difficult to chew for my older dog. She loves them, I love them.
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Reviewed in the United States on March 8, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Happy doggos
Pattern Name: Strip, Size: 3 Ounce (Pack of 1)
These are my dogs favorite treats, well worth the money, they beg for them!
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Reviewed in the United States on May 2, 2026
★★★★★ 4
Dog loved them, but too expensive.
Pattern Name: Strip, Size: 3 Ounce (Pack of 1)
My granddog loved these, they were a little gift for Christmas, okay for a one off but too expensive for the amount you receive.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 12, 2026
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