--- product_id: 96480248 title: "The Triumph of Seeds: How Grains, Nuts, Kernels, Pulses, and Pips Conquered the Plant Kingdom and Shaped Human History" brand: "thor hanson" price: "€ 24.81" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.hr/products/96480248-the-triumph-of-seeds-how-grains-nuts-kernels-pulses-pips store_origin: HR region: Croatia --- # The Triumph of Seeds: How Grains, Nuts, Kernels, Pulses, and Pips Conquered the Plant Kingdom and Shaped Human History **Brand:** thor hanson **Price:** € 24.81 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Triumph of Seeds: How Grains, Nuts, Kernels, Pulses, and Pips Conquered the Plant Kingdom and Shaped Human History by thor hanson - **How much does it cost?** € 24.81 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.hr](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/96480248-the-triumph-of-seeds-how-grains-nuts-kernels-pulses-pips) ## Best For - thor hanson enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted thor hanson brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Full description not available ## Images ![The Triumph of Seeds: How Grains, Nuts, Kernels, Pulses, and Pips Conquered the Plant Kingdom and Shaped Human History - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81tyowTkw8L.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐ Great read if you're a plant person *by S***S on Reviewed in the United States on April 12, 2018* I'd give it 3.5 stars if I could. I feel like the author wandered a bit--the central "theme" is pretty loose, as it's not really a Point A to Point B to Point C kind of book. It is, however, a fascinating exploration of a question that never would have occurred to me: why do seeds work?I'm not a non-fiction person, nor much of an outdoorswoman. However, by the time Hanson got around to discussing things like defense mechanisms and dispersal, my interest was piqued. In short: I am not the target audience for this book, but I do think if you're interested in gardening, or plants, or agriculture, you'd enjoy this a LOT.The chapter on coffee was definitively my favorite, and not just because I like the stuff. Hanson discusses the history of coffee as the beverage of choice in the Middle East, long before it became trendy for white folks to enjoy, and explains how it came to be grown in the Americas. The narrative doesnt' get too political, but I do, and I found it all rather thought provoking: coffee as a billion dollar industry, and even (in some senses) a kind of cultural appropriation. Oh, and caffeine is a natural insecticide.All in all, a good read, and one I might keep a digital copy of to reference back to now and again. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A good read. Evolution always has some surprises that are ... *by R***R on Reviewed in the United States on December 27, 2016* A good read. Evolution always has some surprises that are counter intuitive. Teasing out those facts in some seeds makes for very interesting reading and provides impetus for viewing life around you with a wider vision to understand why, how and where plants live.But the section on coffee making kind of stunned me and made me shake my head. Really? Brewing to a half degree and to seconds? Considering that amount of sun, rain, nutrients and other variables in the process of getting those coffee beans to your cup of java, I had a good laugh. Even a scientist is not above falling for hyperbole and marketing. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reminding people of how vital plants and seeds are to them *by K***S on Reviewed in the United States on November 2, 2015* I love both reading/learning about plants and working with them. This was a good look at seeds and the profound influences they have on human life. The writing was interesting with bits of humor and for someone like me anyway, kept me avidly reading. The science and history behind seeds and their use is fascinating. The tiniest criticism I have for this book is that the author sometimes wandered into personal tales that had little to do with seed function and history. I would also have enjoyed a few more examples of odd seeds or plant adaptions to distribute seeds. But I found the book enjoyable and well worth reading. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.hr/products/96480248-the-triumph-of-seeds-how-grains-nuts-kernels-pulses-pips](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/96480248-the-triumph-of-seeds-how-grains-nuts-kernels-pulses-pips) --- *Product available on Desertcart Croatia* *Store origin: HR* *Last updated: 2026-05-18*