The Life of Tea
The Life of Tea: A Journey to the World’s Finest Teas by Michael Freeman and Timothy d'Offay
This extraordinary book is a must-have for tea enthusiasts. The collaboration of Michael Freeman, a documentary photographer, and tea expert Timothy d'Offay explore the terroir, taste and culture of this most popular drink. The book follows the pairs’ travels through China, Japan, India, and Sri Lanka, featuring the producers of some of the world's finest teas and the characteristics that make these teas so sought after. The book has stunning photographs that highlight everything from the land and leaves to master ceramicists and the hands that craft exceptional tea pots. The Life of Tea not only offers us a new found appreciation for and knowledge of tea but allows us to delve into its creation and the impact it has on cultures around the world.
Scope: 350 pages
The Life of Tea: A Journey to the World’s Finest Teas by Michael Freeman and Timothy d'Offay
This extraordinary book is a must-have for tea enthusiasts. The collaboration of Michael Freeman, a documentary photographer, and tea expert Timothy d'Offay explore the terroir, taste and culture of this most popular drink. The book follows the pairs’ travels through China, Japan, India, and Sri Lanka, featuring the producers of some of the world's finest teas and the characteristics that make these teas so sought after. The book has stunning photographs that highlight everything from the land and leaves to master ceramicists and the hands that craft exceptional tea pots. The Life of Tea not only offers us a new found appreciation for and knowledge of tea but allows us to delve into its creation and the impact it has on cultures around the world.
Scope: 350 pages
The Life of Tea: A Journey to the World’s Finest Teas by Michael Freeman and Timothy d'Offay
This extraordinary book is a must-have for tea enthusiasts. The collaboration of Michael Freeman, a documentary photographer, and tea expert Timothy d'Offay explore the terroir, taste and culture of this most popular drink. The book follows the pairs’ travels through China, Japan, India, and Sri Lanka, featuring the producers of some of the world's finest teas and the characteristics that make these teas so sought after. The book has stunning photographs that highlight everything from the land and leaves to master ceramicists and the hands that craft exceptional tea pots. The Life of Tea not only offers us a new found appreciation for and knowledge of tea but allows us to delve into its creation and the impact it has on cultures around the world.
Scope: 350 pages
To learn more about the impact tea and the tea ceremony has had on Japanese philosophy and culture, please enjoy reading our Inspiration page Philosophies To Live By: Perfect, Imperfect.