The Story of Salt

<b>[T]his salutary&#133;micro-history will have young readers lifting their shakers in tribute.<br>&#151;<u>Kirkus Reviews</u> *starred review*</b><p><b>A lively and well-researched title with exemplary art.<br>&#151;<u>School Library Journa</u>l *starred review*</b></p><p><b>From the team that created the ALA Notable Book <u>The Cod's Tale</u> comes the fascinating history of salt which has been the object of wars and revolutions and is vital for life.</b></p><p>Based on Mark Kurlansky's critically acclaimed bestseller Salt: A World History this handsome picture book explores every aspect of salt: The many ways it's gathered from the earth and sea; how ancient emperors in China Egypt and Rome used it to keep their subjects happy; Why salt was key to the Age of Exploration; what salt meant to the American Revolution; And even how the search for salt eventually led to oil. Along the way you'll meet a Celtic miner frozen in salt learn how to make ketchup and even experience salt's finest hour: Gandhi's famous Salt March.</p>