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A History of the World in 6 Glasses Free Audiobook Download

Tom Standage

Beer, wine, spirits, coffee, tea, and cola

3.828069ratings(GoodReaders reference)

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Author: Tom Standage

Narrator: Brian

Format: MP3

ISBN: 9780802715524

Language: English

Publish Date: 05/31/2005

Audiobook length: 31min

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chapter 1: BEER in MESOPOTAMIAand EGYPT
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chapter 2: WINE in GREECEand ROME
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chapter 3: SPIRITS in the COLONIAL PERIOD
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chapter 4: Coffee In The Age Of Reason
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chapter 5: TEA and the BRITISH EMPIRE
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chapter 6: Coca-Cola And The Rise Of America
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Who should listen A History of the World in 6 Glasses

The summary audiobook of "A History of the World in 6 Glasses" by Tom Standage is ideal for history enthusiasts, students, and anyone curious about how everyday beverages have shaped human civilization. Listeners seeking a concise yet engaging exploration of how drinks like beer, wine, spirits, coffee, tea, and cola have influenced social, economic, and cultural developments will find this summary both enlightening and thought-provoking. It serves as a perfect introduction for those looking to understand the historical significance of these beverages in just a brief format.

3 quotes from A History of the World in 6 Glasses

  • "Each of the six drinks has shaped not just human history, but also our culture, economy, and social interactions in ways we have yet to fully appreciate."
  • "The story of humanity is intertwined with the fluids we consume, revealing our basic needs and our evolving complexities."
  • "Beverages have always been symbols of community and sharing, illustrating the connection between social habits and cultural development across centuries."

Author : Tom Standage

Tom Standage, the Deputy Editor of The Economist, graduated with a degree in Engineering and Computer Science from Oxford University. He is also a BBC current affairs commentator, best-selling author, and former author of Wired, The Guardian, The Daily Telegraph, and other media outlets. Other than A History of the World in 6 Glasses, he also authored Writing on the Wall, An Edible History of Humanity, and The Victorian Internet.

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Home | Last Updated on2026/02/05

A History of the World in 6 Glasses Free Audiobook Download

Tom Standage

Beer, wine, spirits, coffee, tea, and cola

3.828069rating

Information

Author: Tom Standage

Narrator: Brian

Format: MP3

ISBN: 9780802715524

Language: English

Publish Date: 05/31/2005

AudioBook length: 31 min

A History of the World in 6 Glasses audiobook cover
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Who should listen A History of the World in 6 Glasses

The summary audiobook of "A History of the World in 6 Glasses" by Tom Standage is ideal for history enthusiasts, students, and anyone curious about how everyday beverages have shaped human civilization. Listeners seeking a concise yet engaging exploration of how drinks like beer, wine, spirits, coffee, tea, and cola have influenced social, economic, and cultural developments will find this summary both enlightening and thought-provoking. It serves as a perfect introduction for those looking to understand the historical significance of these beverages in just a brief format.

3 quotes from A History of the World in 6 Glasses

  • "Each of the six drinks has shaped not just human history, but also our culture, economy, and social interactions in ways we have yet to fully appreciate."
  • "The story of humanity is intertwined with the fluids we consume, revealing our basic needs and our evolving complexities."
  • "Beverages have always been symbols of community and sharing, illustrating the connection between social habits and cultural development across centuries."

Author: Tom Standage

Tom Standage, the Deputy Editor of The Economist, graduated with a degree in Engineering and Computer Science from Oxford University. He is also a BBC current affairs commentator, best-selling author, and former author of Wired, The Guardian, The Daily Telegraph, and other media outlets. Other than A History of the World in 6 Glasses, he also authored Writing on the Wall, An Edible History of Humanity, and The Victorian Internet.