01741cam a2200277 i 4500 354893541 TxAuBib 20180907120000.0 180815s2018||||||||||||||||||||||||eng|u bl2018181140 9780804851121 14.99 0804851123 14.99 eng rda TxAuBib rda Martin, Laura C. A history of tea [BOOK] : the life and times of the world's favorite beverage / by Laura C. Martin. Rutland, VT : Tuttle Publishing, 2018. 216 pages, 16 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations (some color), map ; 21 cm. txt rdacontent n rdamedia nc rdacarrier Includes bibliographical references (pages 214-216) and index. 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. Provided by publisher. 20180907. Tea History. Tea Social aspects.