Quote by Edmund Leach

Men do not have to cook their food they do so for symbolic reasons to show they are men and not beasts.

Men do not have to cook their food they do so for symbolic r

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This quote suggests that men engage in cooking not out of necessity, but rather as a symbolic gesture to distinguish themselves from animals. Cooking can be seen as a cultural and social practice that signifies humans' ability to transform raw ingredients into something more refined, reflecting their intelligence, creativity, and ability to control their environment. By cooking, men assert their identity as civilized beings, highlighting their ability to go beyond mere survival instincts and exhibit qualities associated with humanity.

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