Green Gold: The Empire Of Tea
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Alan Macfarlane; Iris Macfarlane
Binding: Paperback
Published: Ebury Press, 2004
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image. Minor nick/tear on back cover. Cut on fep.
Green Gold: The Empire Of Tea chronicles the fascinating global history of tea, tracing its origins from ancient China to its profound influence on economies and cultures worldwide. This comprehensive work uncovers how a simple leaf became a powerful commodity, shaping empires and driving significant social changes across continents. It presents a detailed account of tea's cultivation, trade routes, and its role in international relations, illustrating its enduring legacy. The narrative argues for tea's pivotal position in the development of modern global commerce and its lasting impact on daily life.
Author: Alan Macfarlane; Iris Macfarlane
Binding: Paperback
Published: Ebury Press, 2004
Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image. Minor nick/tear on back cover. Cut on fep.
Green Gold: The Empire Of Tea chronicles the fascinating global history of tea, tracing its origins from ancient China to its profound influence on economies and cultures worldwide. This comprehensive work uncovers how a simple leaf became a powerful commodity, shaping empires and driving significant social changes across continents. It presents a detailed account of tea's cultivation, trade routes, and its role in international relations, illustrating its enduring legacy. The narrative argues for tea's pivotal position in the development of modern global commerce and its lasting impact on daily life.