The Food Programme: 13 Foods that Shape Our World

<p><strong>Vital stories for hungry minds.</strong><br /><br />In the first official book from BBC Radio 4's hit series <em>The Food Programme</em>, award-winning writer Alex Renton tells the stories of 13 key staples such as spice, oil, cocoa, bread and tomatoes, exploring their history, evolution and how our ever-growing hunger for them continues to alter our world. Look at food in a new light - as a weapon, an art form, a tool of revolution, but also a bringer of pure happiness.<br /><br />Discover a kaleidoscope of fascinating facts and curiosities, including the forgotten joys of lard, the secret to perfect chips and how our love of pepper led to piracy.</p>