An Account of the Manufacture of the Black Tea, as Now Practiced at Suddeya in Upper Assam (1838)

""An Account Of The Manufacture Of The Black Tea, As Now Practiced At Suddeya In Upper Assam"" is a book written by Charles Alexander Bruce in 1838. The book provides a detailed description of the process of manufacturing black tea in Suddeya, a region in Upper Assam. Bruce, who was a tea planter in the area, shares his knowledge and experience of the tea-making process, including the cultivation of tea plants, plucking of tea leaves, and the various steps involved in drying and processing the leaves to produce high-quality black tea.The book also provides insights into the social and economic conditions of the tea industry in Assam during the 19th century. Bruce discusses the challenges faced by tea planters, such as the scarcity of labor and the impact of weather conditions on tea production. He also highlights the importance of the tea industry in the region's economy and its potential for growth.Overall, ""An Account Of The Manufacture Of The Black Tea, As Now Practiced At Suddeya In Upper Assam"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and production of black tea, as well as the social and economic conditions of the tea industry in Assam during the 19th century.With Some Observations On The Culture Of The Plant In China.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.