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“We often hear stories of the first people to do something … but rarely is there a whisper for the last person to carry on a tradition.”
In this amazing book, Eliot Stein sheds light on 10 traditions across the globe that are in the hands of their final guardians. From the rarest pasta in the world to the only tree with its own mailing address, Stein masterfully writes about these hidden wonders and their associated history, geographical context, and present day challenges. With a captivating story telling ability you’ll really feel like you are traveling along with Stein on the book’s journey. I definitely recommend this book to all, but especially those that are interested in history, learning about new cultures, and/or just like interesting facts.