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Salt: A World History

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Discover the world's history through salt.

Salt is a unique history book that explores how this one ingredient has shaped civilization from the beginning. It's a fascinating read that's full of intriguing details, colorful characters, and surprising facts. Whether you're interested in history, food, or just looking for a great read, Salt is sure to captivate you and leave you with a new appreciation for this essential ingredient.

  • Vermont Golden Dome Book Award Nominee (2008)
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Salt: A World History

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ISBN: 9780142001615
Authors: Mark Kurlansky
Publisher: Penguin Books
Date of Publication: 2003-01-28
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: History, Science, Food & Drink
Goodreads rating: 3.75
(rated by 71015 readers)

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In his fifth work of nonfiction, Mark Kurlansky turns his attention to a common household item with a long and intriguing history: salt. The only rock we eat, salt has shaped civilization from the very beginning, and its story is a glittering, often surprising part of the history of humankind. A substance so valuable it served as currency, salt has influenced the establishment of trade routes and cities, provoked and financed wars, secured empires, and inspired revolutions.
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Discover the world's history through salt.

Salt is a unique history book that explores how this one ingredient has shaped civilization from the beginning. It's a fascinating read that's full of intriguing details, colorful characters, and surprising facts. Whether you're interested in history, food, or just looking for a great read, Salt is sure to captivate you and leave you with a new appreciation for this essential ingredient.

  • Vermont Golden Dome Book Award Nominee (2008)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.