

There aren't many books this entertaining that also provide a cogent crash course in ancient, classical and modern history."- Wendy Smith, Los Angeles Times "As refreshing as a cool glass of beer on a hot day and as stimulating as that first cup of coffee in the morning. " uses something mundane and everyday to tell vivid and accessible stories about the changing textures of human life."- Steven Shapin, The New Yorker Incisive, illuminating and swift."- Janet Maslin, The New York Times " A History of the World in 6 Glasses is loaded with the kind of data that get talked about at the figurative water cooler. Media Issues, Communication & Journalism.Computer Science & Information Technology.
