Tea drinking is popular around the world, but in China an entire culture has arisen around it, encompassing art, literature, philosophy, national and local customs and so on. Author Wang Ling's fascinating book helps us understand this complex and sophisticated worldwide phenomenon from its ancient history to the present day.

Softcover (8 x 5½") 156 pp. with color & b/w illustrations.

Chinese Tea Culture
By: Wang Ling
CONTENTS:
1. The Origin of Tea Drinking
2. The Blooming of Tea Culture
3. Chinese Tea Art
4. Chinese Tea Ceremony
5. Teahouse Culture
6. Tea Literature & Art
7. Tea & Social Rites
8. Folk Tea Art
9. Ethnic Tea Customs
10. Chinese Tea Culture Worldwide