A book about a seemingly banal subject, but the history of salt is actually really engrossing. Its role in the development of humanity can’t be overlooked. Wars were fought over it, peoples enslaved to mine it, road networks built to transport it, etc. I can see how some might find it a bit boring, but if you’re a history buff or a foodie, you owe it to yourself to read it to gain a new appreciation for a substance as vital as salt.
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