Salt: A World History by Mark Kurlansky

Discover the transformative power of a simple mineral that once dictated the rise and fall of empires across the globe. This compelling narrative explores how a common culinary staple became the world's most valuable currency and a primary catalyst for human exploration. Through meticulous research and vivid storytelling, this book reveals how salt shaped civilization, trade routes, and the very foundation of our modern culinary world.

ISBN: 9780142001615

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Publisher: Penguin Books

Edition: N/A