Description
As the world's most popular beverage, tea has fascinated us, awakened us, motivated us, and calmed us for well over two thousand years.
A History of Tea tells the compelling story of the rise of tea in Asia and its eventual spread to the West and beyond. From the Chinese tea houses of the ancient Tang Dynasty (618-907) to the Japanese tea ceremonies developed by Zen Buddhist monks, and the current social issues faced by tea growers in India and Sri Lanka-this fascinating book explores the complex history of this universal drink.
This in-depth look illuminates the industries and traditions that have developed as tea spread throughout the world and it explains how tea is transformed into the many varieties that people drink each day. It also features a quick reference guide on subjects such as tea types, proper terminology and brewing.
Whatever your cup of tea-green, black, white, oolong, chai, Japanese, Chinese, Sri Lankan, American or British-every tea aficionado will enjoy reading A History of Tea to learn more about their favorite beverage.
About the Author
Laura C. Martin is an award-winning author of more than 25 books on gardening, nature and crafts. She has studied the complexities of plants for decades and has appeared on television shows such as Home Matters and Victory Garden. She served as the garden editor for Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles and Georgia magazine and has written for publications ranging from American Horticulturist to Better Homes & Gardens.
Reviews
"It's this unveiling of both the sordid and sublime elements of tea's evolution that make the book such a fantastically riveting read--one served best with a bottomless cup of your most beloved blend." --Conscious Choice magazine
"(...) an engaging and offbeat exploration of the rise of tea around the world." --Tea: A Magazine
"Martin uses both anecdotes and practical information to tell the story of tea's route through history." --Fresh Cup magazine
Book Information
ISBN 9780804851121
Author Laura C. Martin
Format Paperback
Page Count 232
Imprint Tuttle Publishing
Publisher Tuttle Publishing
Weight(grams) 255g
A History of Tea tells the compelling story of the rise of tea in Asia and its eventual spread to the West and beyond. From the Chinese tea houses of the ancient Tang Dynasty (618-907) to the Japanese tea ceremonies developed by Zen Buddhist monks, and the current social issues faced by tea growers in India and Sri Lanka-this fascinating book explores the complex history of this universal drink.
This in-depth look illuminates the industries and traditions that have developed as tea spread throughout the world and it explains how tea is transformed into the many varieties that people drink each day. It also features a quick reference guide on subjects such as tea types, proper terminology and brewing.
Whatever your cup of tea-green, black, white, oolong, chai, Japanese, Chinese, Sri Lankan, American or British-every tea aficionado will enjoy reading A History of Tea to learn more about their favorite beverage.
About the Author
Laura C. Martin is an award-winning author of more than 25 books on gardening, nature and crafts. She has studied the complexities of plants for decades and has appeared on television shows such as Home Matters and Victory Garden. She served as the garden editor for Atlanta Homes & Lifestyles and Georgia magazine and has written for publications ranging from American Horticulturist to Better Homes & Gardens.
Reviews
"It's this unveiling of both the sordid and sublime elements of tea's evolution that make the book such a fantastically riveting read--one served best with a bottomless cup of your most beloved blend." --Conscious Choice magazine
"(...) an engaging and offbeat exploration of the rise of tea around the world." --Tea: A Magazine
"Martin uses both anecdotes and practical information to tell the story of tea's route through history." --Fresh Cup magazine
Book Information
ISBN 9780804851121
Author Laura C. Martin
Format Paperback
Page Count 232
Imprint Tuttle Publishing
Publisher Tuttle Publishing
Weight(grams) 255g
