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A History of Tea

The Life and Times of the World's Favorite Beverage

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A History of Tea

By: Laura C. Martin
Narrated by: Kathy Li
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For more than two thousand years, tea has awakened, calmed, and connected people across continents and cultures.

In A History of Tea, you'll travel with this extraordinary beverage on its global journey—from the tea houses of ancient China and the Zen temples of Japan to the colonial plantations of India and Sri Lanka, and into the teacups of Britain and beyond. Along the way, discover how tea shaped empires, sparked revolutions, and inspired rituals that still endure today.

This audio edition adds fresh insight into the social and ethical challenges facing modern tea growers, plus plenty of quick-reference details on tea types, processing, terminology, and brewing—great for listening and learning on the go.

Whether your favorite cup is green, black, oolong, chai, or matcha, this engaging audiobook will deepen your appreciation for the world's most celebrated drink—one sip at a time.

©2018 Laura C. Martin (P)2025 Tuttle Publishing
Asia China Food & Wine Gastronomy Wine & Beverages Nepal Ancient History
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