The Story of Salt

Mark Kurlansky, S. D. Schindler

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Puffin
07 August 2014

The fascinating nonfiction picture book account of salt's role in shaping world history--great for Middle Grade readers!

"" T his salutary...micro-history will have young readers lifting their shakers in tribute."" -Kirkus Reviews,
*starred review
*""A lively and well-researched title, with exemplary art."" -School Library Journal,
*starred review
*

From the team that created the ALA Notable Book The Cod's Tale comes the fascinating history of salt, which has been the object of wars and revolutions and is vital for life.

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.

By: Mark Kurlansky
Illustrated by: S. D. Schindler
Imprint: Puffin
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 230mm, Width: 275mm, Spine: 4mm
Weight: 206g
ISBN: 9780147511669
ISBN 10: 0147511666
Pages: 48
Publication Date: 07 August 2014
Recommended Age: From 4 to 8 years
Audience: Children/juvenile , Children / Juvenile
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Mark Kurlansky is the New York Times bestselling author of many books, including The Food of a Younger Land, Cod- A Biography of the Fish That Changed the World; Salt- A World History; 1968- The Year That Rocked the World; and The Big Oyster- History on the Half Shell. He lives in New York City. S. D. Schindler lives in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Reviews for The Story of Salt

[T]his salutary...micro-history will have young readers lifting their shakers in tribute. --Kirkus Reviews, *starred review* Kurlansky uses salt as the lens through which to present a new perspective on history. [T]he author mixes science, history, and personal anecdotes, resulting in a fascinating look at this amazing substance. Schindler's humorously detailed pen-and-ink drawings with colorful washes enliven the narrative and help to convey the wealth of information in the text. A lively and well-researched title, with exemplary art. --School Library Journal, *starred review*