'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.
Kakuzo Okakura
Kakuzo Okakura (1862-1913) was a Japanese scholar and author best known for his seminal work "The Book of Tea." His writing style was poetic and philosophical, exploring themes of aesthetics, spirituality, and cultural identity. Okakura's key contribution to literature was his promotion of Japanese art and culture to a Western audience.
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