Land

In this global exploration, bestselling author Simon Winchester examines the complex history of land ownership around the world, highlighting how land has been mapped, claimed, stolen, cared for, and returned through the ages. Covering topics from pioneering land rushes to modern debates over reparations and climate change, the book delves into the human stories behind land stewardship and disputes. With a nuanced and thought-provoking perspective, Winchester offers an insightful look at what land ownership truly entails for those who live on it.