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The Book of Tea

By Okakura Kakuzo

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The Book of Tea

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The Book of Tea by Okakura Kakuz¿ is a reflective essay that uses the Japanese tea ceremony to explain East Asian philosophy and aesthetics. Okakura contrasts Eastern values-simplicity, harmony with nature, imperfection, and spiritual depth-with Western materialism and rationalism. Through discussions of art, architecture, Zen Buddhism, and daily life, he presents tea as a way of life rather than a drink, emphasizing mindfulness, humility, and the beauty of the ordinary. The book ultimately argues for cultural understanding and respect between East and West through shared appreciation of beauty and harmony.
Product details
Binding:
Paperback
Number of Pages:
54
Release Date:
2026-01-12
Publication Date:
2026-01-12
Publisher:
Lushena Books
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN13:
9798897189861
GPSR Manufacturer Reference:
[email protected]
Weight:
115 g
Height:
140 cm
Width:
216 cm
Thickness:
4 cm
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