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.
"[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*
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