Seeds of Change: Six Plants That Transformed Mankind

by Henry Hobhouse

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A personal and highly original take on the history of six commercial plants, Seeds of Change illuminates how sugar, tea, cotton, the potato, quinine, and the cocoa plant have shaped our past. In this fascinating account, the impassioned Henry Hobhouse explains the consequences of these plants with attention–grabbing historical moments. While most records of history focus on human influence, Hobhouse emphasizes how plants too are a central and influential factor in the historical process. Seeds of Change is a captivating and invaluable addition to our understanding of modern culture.
  • ISBN10 1593760493
  • ISBN13 9781593760496
  • Publish Date 22 November 2005 (first published 10 October 1985)
  • Publish Status Active
  • Publish Country US
  • Imprint Counterpoint