- Title: The Empire Of Tea
- Autor: Alan MacFarlane, Iris MacFarlane, The Overlook Press
- Pages: 308
- Publisher (Publication Date): Harry N. Abrams; First Edition, 1st Printing edition (March 29, 2004)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1585674931
- Download File Format: EPUB
The author traces the fascinating history of this remarkable plant, from its initial uses as an aid to Buddhist meditation in China during the fourth century B.C. through its remarkable explosion of popularity all around the world, becoming a valued commodity that would change world history. 17,500 first printing.