The Book of Tea - (Mint Editions) by Okakura Kakuzō (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p><i>The Book of Tea</i> (1906) is a book-length essay by Okakura Kakuzō. Connected to the author's overall project of celebrating Japanese culture and emphasizing the role of the East in creating the modern world, The Book of Tea is considered a classic work on the subject. His description of <i>chadō</i>, or teaism, remains incredibly influential in England and around the Western world. "[Teaism] insulates purity and harmony, the mystery of mutual charity, the romanticism of the social order. It is essentially a worship of the Imperfect, as it is a tender attempt to accomplish something possible in this impossible thing we know as life." Part philosophy, part history, <i>The Book of Tea</i> explores the role of tea in shaping the arts and culture of Japan, China, and the world. Beginning with an investigation of the historical uses of tea, Okakura reflects on the specific techniques of tea brewing, the connections between tea and religion, and the interconnection of tea and the creative arts. Informative and meditative, <i>The Book of Tea</i> is an essential work for tea drinkers everywhere. With a beautifully designed cover and professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of Okakura Kakuzō's <i>The Book of Tea</i> is a classic of Japanese literature reimagined for modern readers.</p><p/><br></br><p><b> From the Back Cover </b></p></br></br><p>Recognizing the importance of chadō, or teaism, in his native Japan, Okakura Kakuzō discusses the practice of brewing and drinking tea for a Western audience. Tying his subject to Zen, Taoism, visual art, and architecture, the author makes a compelling case for tea's centrality to Japanese culture. <i>The Book of Tea</i> is a book-length essay by Okakura Kakuzō.</p>
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