The Story of Tea: A Cultural History and Drinking Guide

by Mary Lou Heiss and Robert J. Heiss

Book Overview

Whether it's a delicate green tea or a bracing Assam black, a cup of tea is a complex brew of art and industry, tradition and revolution, East and West. In this sweeping tour through the world of tea, veteran tea traders Mary Lou Heiss and Robert J. Heiss chronicle tea's influence across the globe and provide a complete reference for choosing, drinking, and enjoying this beverage.

The Story of Tea begins with a journey along the tea...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1580087450
• ISBN13: 9781580087452
• Release Date: October 2007
• Publisher: Ten Speed Press
• Length: 432 Pages
• Weight: 3.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.4" x 7.9" x 9.1"

Customer Reviews

Excellent Book

My boyfriend and I loved this book! It is very informative and not in a dry/boring way :) perfect for tea lovers