A Dissertation Upon Tea: Explaining Its Nature and Properties by Many New Experiments, and Demonstrating From Philosophical Principles, the Various ... the Natural History of Tea (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover
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This book offers a comprehensive exploration of the nature and properties of tea, a beverage that captured the imagination of Europe in the 17th and 18th centuries. The author delves into the plant's origins, cultivation, and preparation in China and Japan, presenting detailed descriptions of its different varieties and the methods used to harvest and process its leaves. This work is a fascinating account of the cultural and commercial significance of tea at the time, and the author goes beyond mere botanical description to examine the plant's medicinal qualities, as well as the potential benefits and drawbacks of its consumption. He also critiques existing scholarship on tea, exposing inaccuracies and faulty reasoning, and offers his own unique insights based on careful observations and experiments. Through a blend of scientific inquiry and engaging narrative, the author provides a compelling examination of the social, economic, and medical aspects of tea, ultimately revealing the complex relationship that humans have with this beloved beverage.
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