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The Story of Salt
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ISBN10: 0147511666
ISBN13: 9780147511669
Publisher: Puffin Books
Published: Aug 7 2014
Pages: 48
Weight: 0.46
Height: 0.12 Width: 10.72 Depth: 8.96
Language: English
ISBN13: 9780147511669
Publisher: Puffin Books
Published: Aug 7 2014
Pages: 48
Weight: 0.46
Height: 0.12 Width: 10.72 Depth: 8.96
Language: English
Discover the fascinating history of salt, the rock that lives by its own rules, in this incredible nonfiction picture book perfect for young readers, based on Mark Kurlansky's New York Times bestseller Salt: A World 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)
Delve into the exciting history of one of the world's most vital minerals, which has been the object of wars and revolutions, in this in-depth and engaging picture book that explores every aspect of salt: from the many ways it's gathered from the earth and sea, to how ancient emperors in China, Egypt, and Rome used it to keep their subjects happy, to what salt meant to the American Revolution, and beyond. Along the way, readers will meet a Celtic miner frozen in salt, learn how to make ketchup, and even experience salt's finest hour: Gandhi's famous Salt March. Adapted from the bestselling adult book, The Story of Salt is brimming with detailed illustrations, amazing facts, and a pinch of humor. Featuring a comprehensive timeline in the back, this deeply researched picture book teaches young readers about the importance of salt in all aspects of our world--and how it's added a little flavor to the history books. And don't miss the companion book The Cod's Tale, the fish that fed the age of exploration.
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