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The Story of Tea: A Cultural History and Drinking Guide Reviews

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Summary: Great book!
Comment: This is the end all book on tea. It tells you everything you would ever want to know about tea. Having bought tea from the authors numerous times, I can honestly say that they know what they are talking about!

You wont be disappointed by this book if you love tea.

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Summary: Nice to look at, informative, poorly written.
Comment: As other reviewers have mentioned, this is a beautiful book to page through. And it's pretty clear, I think, that the authors are real experts on their subject. I was going to buy it from Amazon on the strength of the other reviews here, but frankly I'm glad I borrowed it from the library instead. The writing is really quite poor throughout, and much as I found the subject interesting, I found it tedious to untangle one ill-constructed sentence after another as I made my arduous way through the book. The writers don't seem to be quite sure of who their audience is, or what tone is appropriate for this sort of book. At times, it reads like a textbook; at others, like a reflective essay. But it never reads very smoothly. A thoroughly revised new edition would be nice!

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Summary: Fantastic book about a fantastic drink!
Comment: This is an amazing and informative book on tea. I am very pleased with the quality of its publication and the amount of information compiled and composed within such a beautiful book. The pages of which allowed me to rediscover one of my favorite drinks. I had forgotten how truly wonderful a good, properly made cup of tea can be. Our society has become super sized and highly caffeinated to the point that we no longer recognize the complexities as well as subtleties of tea. This book will show you how to buy, brew, and appreciate this fascinating beverage. From the first sentence to the last prepare to escape on a wonderful journey back in time when this drink was first presenting itself to humans right up to modern day. From the dynasties of the east to the aristocratic monarchies of the west, tea has traveled a long way to what we know today and the Heiss' will take you on that Journey. Sit back and make a cup of tea and prepare to be filled with the knowledge that The Story of Tea will bring you. Forget what your corporate retailer has taught you about tea and allow yourself to be educated on this historical and healthy drink. After reading the book you will most definitely want good quality tea. There are good teas out there and the book will give you listings of places to get them as well. They are not as hard to get as you might think.
So get yourself a teapot, some good loose tea, and a strainer and enjoy this wonderful drink, not to mention the book itself!

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Summary: SPECTACULAR
Comment: This is, hands down, the most authoritative text on tea to date. It is in the same league as William Ukers 1935 edition of his "All About Tea". What a refreshing breath of fresh air this book is with it's numerous eye witness accounts of tea manufacturing. Congratulations, Mr. and Mrs. Heiss, for this spectacular contribution to the world tea community.

Frank Murphy, author, "The Spirit of Tea". Owner, Jade Mountain Tea Company, Santa Fe, NM

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Summary: The Ambient Nature of Tea
Comment: Like a slow fulfilling cup of warm tea this book caresses the very soul of the reader. A wonderfully arranged in depth guide to tasting and brewing tea. Surveying the customs, crafts and history of tea. The authors chronicle tea's influence across the globe and provide a complete reference for enjoying the ART of tea preparing and drinking. Ten Speed Press elegantly compliments the Heiss' narrative. The Authors have done great justice to the fascinating and colorful world of tea. After reading this book your simple cup of tea shall no longer be a simple matter.

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