The Harney & Sons Guide to Tea,   ISBN:9781594201387

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This is the first tea book I have found that teaches you how to taste and compare the tea. I have a couple of books that describe teas, their properties and where & how they are grown, but this book also offers a practical application of the knowledge gained. Well done.

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This is excellent book covering everything one needs to know about tea. Well written, simple, understandable language. Just facts . Presentation simple and easy to follow. Twas exactly what I was looking for.
Highly recommend it as a "" basic tea textbook "" tho it covers the subject completely.

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I love the text describing each tea, and it makes for wonderful reading. However, the chart with the information on each tea (such as leaf description, temperature, etc) is in image form, and as such is a little too pale for easy reading. Since it's an image, you can't bump the font size up and read that section easier. I'm disappointed in that, but I can make out the info if I take my glasses off!

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This is an excellent book. Although it limits the teas that are reviewed, there is a broad enough range to give the reader an overview. The most fascinating aspect is how the author explains and intertwines the history of tea with the history of the nations involved. The author's descriptions of flavor and body of the brewed teas are very accurate. I have five books on tea. This is the best.

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I cannot do it the same justice as the first two reviewers, but I am in the middle of reading this thoroughly enjoyable book and the quality of writing, command of the subject, and passion for the product compelled me to comment.

This is a lovely book. I think Ralph White's suggested reading sequence is a good one. My only wish is that the publishers and/or Mr. Harney had included photos of all the teas.

Bravo Michael Harney!