The Book of Tea: Beauty, Simplicity and the Zen Aesthetic

"Transcending the narrow confines of its title, The Book of Tea presents a unified concept of life, art, and nature…exploring topics related to tea appreciation, including Zen, flower arranging, and Taoism." —The Japan Times

Now available in paperback—with new photographs and a fresh foreword—this timeless classic by Okakura Kakuzo continues to inspire readers around the world. Far more than a meditation on tea, this book is a profound reflection on Japanese aesthetics, Zen Buddhism, and the...