Le thé - joyau de l'empire du milieu

The Art of Tea cannot—and, above all, must not—be viewed as merely a means of satisfying a physical need. It is a refined contribution to culture, helping to develop literary talent, broaden the mind, cultivate character, and improve health...

This book is not only intended to help you appreciate teas and their benefits, but it will also provide you with valuable knowledge about tea culture:

• China’s most renowned teas, their harvesting and production methods, and valuable information to help consumers choose teas based on their personalities and health conditions. It is also an indispensable resource for retailers, who will thus be better informed about the reputation of various teas and those that have won awards.
• The characteristics of tea and how to taste it.
• The most prized spring waters in China for brewing tea.
• Tea utensils, ancient and modern customs, anecdotes about tea, details on the life and work of the “Tea Sage Lu Yu,” and poems about tea

Beyond its practical value, this is an engaging book that reads like a novel, yet holds the historical significance of a historical document.