Tea: A History of the Drink That Changed the World

Tea: A History of the Drink That Changed the World

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Tea: A History of the Drink That Changed the World

A fascinating account of the world's favorite beverage from the son of Sir Percival Griffiths, author of the monumental and definitive tome The History of the Indian Tea Industry 

A study of the phenomenon as well as the commodity, this is a comprehensive survey of the drink that is imbibed daily by more than half the population of the world. After water, tea is the second most-consumed drink in the world. Almost every corner of the globe is addressed in this comprehensive look at 4,500 years of tea history. Tea has affected international relations, exposed divisions of class and race, shaped the ethics of business, and even led to significant advances in medicine. Thoroughly researched and captivating, this is a unique study of the little green leaf.

Technical Specifications

Country
USA
Brand
WELBECK
Manufacturer
André Deutsch
Binding
Paperback
PartNumber
9780233003139
Height
8
Length
5
Weight
0.89948602896
Width
1.2
ReleaseDate
2011-06-01T00:00:01Z
NumberOfItems
1
Author
Griffiths, John C.