A Perfect Red
Book • 2005
A Perfect Red recounts the story of cochineal, a precious red dye used by ancient Mexicans and later sought after by European powers.
The book explores the intrigue, empire-building, and adventure that unfolded over three centuries as various nations competed for control of this valuable commodity.
It blends history, science, and culture to tell the saga of this influential dye.
The book explores the intrigue, empire-building, and adventure that unfolded over three centuries as various nations competed for control of this valuable commodity.
It blends history, science, and culture to tell the saga of this influential dye.
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