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A Global History of Pepper: Wealth, Adventure and Colonization (US) Marjorie SchaefferHistorical178k WordsCompleted Pepper may seem inconspicuous, but it is a must-have on every table. In the Middle Ages, it was the favorite of European dignitaries and a symbol of wealth and status. Black pepper is native to India, which is thousands of miles away from European ports, so it has never been easy to obtain. Merchants' relentless pursuit of sources of supply has become an important driving force in world history, contributing to the rise of global trade and redrawing the world's economic map. Focusing on the isla 23Reads7.8Score—Shelves