The Book of Tea: The Book of Oz (Penguin Little Black Classics)

The Book of Tea: The Book of Oz (Penguin Little Black Classics)

by KakuzoOkakura (Author), Kakuzo Okakura (Author)

Synopsis

'Meanwhile, let us have a sip of tea. The afternoon glow is brightening the bamboos, the fountains are bubbling with delight, the soughing of the pines is heard in our kettle.' In this charming book from 1906, Okakura explores Zen, Taoism, Tea Masters and the significance of the Japanese tea ceremony. One of 46 new books in the bestselling Little Black Classics series, to celebrate the first ever Penguin Classic in 1946. Each book gives readers a taste of the Classics' huge range and diversity, with works from around the world and across the centuries - including fables, decadence, heartbreak, tall tales, satire, ghosts, battles and elephants.

$6.24

Quantity

20+ in stock

More Information

Format: mass_market
Publisher: Penguin Classics
Published:

ISBN 10: 0241251354
ISBN 13: 9780241251355
Book Overview: This 1906 guide to the beauty of the tea ceremony is both a paean to the art of simplicity, and a wry critique of the West's view of Japan.

Author Bio
Kazuko Okakura (1862-1913). The Book of Tea is available in Penguin Classics.