At the turn of the 20th century, in Boston, a small esoteric book about tea was written with the intention of being read aloud in the famous salon of Isabella Gardner. It was authored by Okakura Kakuzo, a Japanese philosopher, art expert, and curator. Little known at the time, Kakuzo would emerge as one of
At the turn of the 20th century, in Boston, a small esoteric book about tea was written with the intention of being read aloud in the famous salon of Isabella Gardner. It was authored by Okakura Kakuzo, a Japanese philosopher, art expert, and curator. Little known at the time, Kakuzo would emerge as one of the great thinkers of the early 20th century, a genius who was insightful, witty and greatly responsible for bridging Western and Eastern cultures. Nearly a century later, Kakuzo’s book of tea is still beloved the world over. The Book of Tea is a delightful cup of enlightenment from a man far ahead of his time.
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Philosophy of Tea This books is a quick and informative introduction to the philosophy underpinnig “Teaism”. The book outlines how tea masters tried to live their lives according to the simple grace of the Japanese tea ceremony.For those looking for detailed instructions on conducting a tea ceremony, look elsewhere. But for those who want a handbook on a way of life, read further
Turn of the century poetic link .. free on kindle Free on kindle!This âlittle bookâ has some idiosyncratic touches perhaps only available at the start of the 20th century .. and parts are stereotypical or sexist. He emphasizes cultural and literary connections. He includes portions of Edmund Waller poem who âis believed first one written in praise of the cup that does not inebriateâ, and I didnât know that Germans put beer in their tea or the New Yorker ice cream .⢠The tea beverage is one of peace, comfort, and refinement.” ⦅
Not Really About Tea! First off, not really about tea. It’s an overview of the history and philosophy of China and Japan through talking about tea. Okakura is a Japanese author who learned English at a young age, written in 1906.I found this book by clicking around on some links about Wabi-Sabi and because of my love for Chinese Tea I decided to read this one. The tea ceremony’s I have been involved in are certainly rich, simple, peaceful experiences, it has a similar effect as yoga on mind and body. I…