The Basque History of the World by Mark Kurlansky

My rating: 4 of 5 stars


A really interesting collection of chapters on Basque history, including illustrations and even recipes. Although some of the passages in the first few chapters feel a bit extraneous, it all comes together in the end and your knowledge of the Basque country accumulates throughout; this is particular true as you reach the late 19th century (the chapters are more of less chronological in order). I do feel like it's easier to keep up with some prior knowledge of Spanish history but generally easy enough to follow!



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