The World Of Sugar by Ulbe Bosma in Hardcover

 

In this hardcover edition, Ulbe Bosma presents a comprehensive, 2,500-year history of sugar, documenting both its luxurious beginnings in Asia and its devastating impact on the environment and global health. Despite its lack of nutritional value, sugar has become ubiquitous in our diets, but this was not always the case. Beginning in ancient India, traders slowly introduced the highly coveted white crystals to rulers and emperors, sparking a ruthless quest for supply in Europe that relied heavily on the enslavement of millions. As sugar spread across the world, it transformed cultures, economies, and societies, leaving behind a legacy that still affects us today. Through this insightful portrayal, Bosma highlights the profound consequences of this seemingly simple commodity, urging us to consider its concerning effects on our bodies, environment, and communities.