Cigars

Howard Red

ISBN 10: 159764370X / ISBN 13: 9781597643702

Published by New Line Books, 2013

About this Item

pp. 128 150 Illus.

Seller Inventory # 53993476

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Cigars
• Publisher: New Line Books
• Publication Date: 2013
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 159764370X
• ISBN 13: 9781597643702
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: New

About this title

Synopsis

Over 150 illustrations. This manifesto of cigar history, legend and lore, takes a stylish look at the making and enjoyment of fine cigars, from Columbus to the golden age of Hollywood through the surging popularity that makes cigar smoking one of today's most popular pleasures. This complete guide details the subleties of different brands and blends, providing a useful and lively guide to cigars and accoutrements to make the most of a quality smoke.

Book Description

This manifesto of cigar history, legend, and lore takes a stylish look at the making and enjoyment of fine cigars, from Columbus to the golden age of Hollywood through the surging popularity that makes cigar smoking one of today's most popular pleasures.

The main areas essential to cigar erudition and appreciation explored in this volume are:
-- Cigar history, growing, and manufacturing
-- Cigars on stage and screen
-- Cigars in society
-- Storing, cutting, and lighting
-- A catalog of fine cigars

A complete guide to choosing, preparing and enjoying, Cigars details the subtleties of different brands and blends, providing a useful and lively guide to cigars and accoutrements to make the most of a quality smoke. A spectacular collection of over 100 photographs, vintage and cutting-edge advertisements, and fine art reproductions round out this spirited celebration of cigar trivia, nostalgia, and culture.