How Carrots Won the Trojan War: Curious (but True) Stories of Common Vegetables

23 fascinating historical anecdotes and incidents involving vegetables. Learn why Roman gladiators were massaged with onion juice before battle, how celery contributed to Casanova's conquests, how George Washington was nearly poisoned by peas, and why some turnips in the 17th century were frowned upon as degenerate. Lots of fun to read.