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“It’s about the battle for spices in what is now Indonesia and focuses on the rivalry between Spain and Portugal over 60 years in the 16th century. That spices should be worth more than their weight in gold and prompt people to risk death exploring treacherous routes to get to them is a compelling story and Crowley tells it well.” Read more...
Notable Nonfiction Books of Mid-2024
Sophie Roell, Journalist
Our most recommended books
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Le théâtre des idées
by Antoine Vitez -
End to End
by Paul Jones -
Desire Discrimination Determination: Black Champions in Cycling
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Higher Calling: Road Cycling’s Obsession with the Mountains
by Max Leonard -
What Goes Around: A London Cycle Courier's Story
by Emily Chappell -
The Rider
by Tim Krabbé
