Why people recommend it
Salt by Mark Kurlansky is a comprehensive historical narrative that examines how a single mineral has shaped human civilization, economics, and warfare throughout the ages. On Stuff They Don't Want You To Know, Ben Bowlin recommended the book to illustrate the fascinating history of how salt was frequently utilized as a form of currency in past societies. Similarly, on The Joe Rogan Experience, Greg Proops recommended the book to Joe Rogan, discussing the profound historical significance and various uses of salt, including the massive ancient salt deposits mined in South America and Mexico to meet humanity's constant demand for the resource. Across these podcast appearances, the book is praised for its engaging storytelling and ability to transform a seemingly mundane household item into a lens through which readers can understand global trade routes, culinary traditions, preservation techniques, and the rise and fall of ancient empires.
Who recommended it
- Ben Bowlin Recommended
- Greg Proops Recommended
Ben Bowlin — 1 mention
“or salt was also used uh Mark kolanski has a great book called salt where he created the least creative thing about the book is the name but it is”
Greg Proops — 1 mention
“there's a book called salt and it's very good you look up the book called salt the guy who wrote it that and they reduced it just because the world's need for salt yeah they you know they dug it all down like there was a there's two mountains one in South America I can't remember the other in Mexico”