Six Thousand Years of Bread: It's Holy and Unholy History
"In writing the story of bread, a colossal epic tale, Jacob has sketched world history."—Wall Street Journal\ Give us this day our daily bread. From ancient Egypt to modern times, bread is the essential food, the symbol of fundamental well-being. H.E. Jacob takes readers through the history of this staple, examining its role in politics, religion, and technology, and answering such questions as how bread caused Napoleon's defeat. The fascinating voyage begins with "The Bread of Prehistoric...
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"In writing the story of bread, a colossal epic tale, Jacob has sketched world history."—Wall Street Journal
