Coffeeland

Brought to you by Penguin, this compelling history explores the surprising origins and global influence of coffee, tracing its evolution over four centuries into an everyday necessity. Centered around the story of James Hill and the coffee industry in El Salvador, the book examines how coffee's rise impacted economies, societies, and environments worldwide. Through a detailed journey from plantations to modern cafés, Augustine Sedgewick uncovers the complex and often hidden consequences of this influential commodity.