The World of Sugar

"The World of Sugar" explores the history of how refined sugar, once a rarity, became a ubiquitous part of global diets, shaping cultures, economies, and environments along the way. From ancient production in India to the brutal transatlantic slave trade and the modern impact on health and ecology, the book offers a comprehensive look at sugar’s influence on world history. Ulbe Bosma weaves a compelling narrative that reveals how this seemingly simple commodity has deeply affected societies, politics, and the planet.