Salt: A World History

Mark Kurlansky turns his gaze to something fundamental, something elemental: salt. The only rock we eat. Think about that for a moment. This isn’t just a condiment, it’s a cornerstone. Currency. The spark for trade routes, the financing of wars, the very bedrock of empires, the catalyst for revolution. Kurlansky doesn’t just tell you this history—he lays it bare, populated by compelling characters, brimming with detail. This isn’t just history. It’s a revelation. Sharp, multi-layered, and utterly absorbing.