“It is claimed that the United States gets the cleanest and purest tea in the market, and certainly it is too good to warrant the nervous apprehension which strains and dilutes it into nothingness. The English do not strain their tea in the fervid fashion we do. They like to see a few leaves dawdling about the cup. They like to know what they are drinking.”
This book delves into the rich history, diverse rituals, and social impacts of tea drinking across different societies. It examines the role of tea in daily life, its influence on art and literature, and its economic importance. The essays offer insights into the diverse ways tea is produced, prepared, and enjoyed globally. more
Agnes Repplier was an American essayist born on April 1, 1855, and died on November 15, 1950. Her works are renowned for their profound thoughts and unique style, which have had a profound impact on American literature in the 20th century. more
“Need drives men to envy as fullness drives them to selfishness.”
“fair play is less characteristic of groups than of individuals.”
“It is difficult to admonish Frenchmen. Their habit of mind is unfavorable to preachment.”