The Book of Notable Sandwiches: A Lunchtime History of the World

An exploration of the best thing since sliced bread—from the humble grilled cheese to the intricate khao jee pâté—across time, culture, and borders, from critically acclaimed author and journalist Tal Lavin.

So many cultures around the world have some form of a sandwich—filling, portable, convenient. Yet the legacies behind what many may consider a casual culinary shortcut or an efficient, reliable option for fueling up, are anything but ordinary—from what bread is used, to the fillings with...