{"product_id":"the-philosophy-of-tea-hardcover","title":"The Philosophy of Tea - Hardcover","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eTony Gebely\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHow did drinking the infusions of a unique plant from China become a vital part of everyday life? This gift book presents an entertaining and illuminating introduction to the history and culture of tea, from its origins in the Far East to the flavors and properties of different varieties, and the rituals of tea preparation and drinking around the world. This simple hot beverage is suffused with artistic and religious overtones. The Chinese Ch'a Ching gave very precise guidelines to the preparation and sipping of tea, and the Japanese tea ceremony elevated it to an art form. Following its introduction to the royal court in the 17th century, the British created their own traditions, from the elaborate etiquette of afternoon tea to the humble pot of tea at the heart of family life, and the modern appreciation for specialty infusions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTony Gebely\u003c\/b\u003e is a tea enthusiast and expert. He is the author of \u003ci\u003eTea: A User's Guide\u003c\/i\u003e, and the founder of the award-winning blog World of Tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 112\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.5 x 7.9 x 5.3 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e March 01, 2020\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47461721047218,"sku":"9780712352598","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0770\/3891\/1666\/files\/ec144737eb451b278dc218ab8bd94dc5.webp?v=1778953938","url":"https:\/\/box.dadyminds.org\/products\/the-philosophy-of-tea-hardcover","provider":"DADYMINDS BOX","version":"1.0","type":"link"}