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COD; A BIOGRAPHY OF THE FISH THAT CHANGED THE WORLD

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1997304 pagesVintage Canada

Synopsis

Discover the incredible journey of the codfish, a creature that has shaped nations, fueled economies, and even sparked wars. This book explores its profound impact on world history, from medieval times to the brink of extinction, revealing how this single species has influenced cultures across four continents and a thousand years. It's a fascinating look at how one fish became central to the human story.

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Authors

Mark Kurlansky is an American journalist and writer of general interest non-fiction. He has written a number of books of fiction and non-fiction. - Wikipedia

S. D. Schindler is the author of COD; A BIOGRAPHY OF THE FISH THAT CHANGED THE WORLD. This engaging work explores the history and impact of a single species.

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CodfishProtagonist
Bartholomew GosnoldCameo
Clarence BirdseyeCameo

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