The Book of Coffee

Julian Baggini

£14.99


Julian Baginni has long been fascinated by the philosophical underpinnings of how we eat and drink, and the chance discovery in Tokyo of a copy of 'The Book of Tea' by Kakuza Okakura (published in 1906) led him on a journey to explore our relationship with coffee. Coffee is the ritual that begins and gets us through the day, it not only fuels us but has shaped the very fabric of modern life. Our cup of coffee allows for a moment of deeper connection, both with oneself and others, through attentive preparation and consumption. A moment to embrace life's absurdity with joy and alertness. This book on coffee is something ultimately enriching and life affirming, an elevation of the everyday and a pleasure to read - a treatise on how we can infuse the seemingly mundane with moments of mindful attention and meaning. It will appeal not only to coffee lovers but to anyone intrigued by the intersections of culture, philosophy, and everyday life.


Author(s): Baggini, Julian
Binding: Hardback
Date of Publication: 09/04/2026
Pagination: 176 pages
Series: N/A
Imprint: Mitchell Beazley
Published By: Mitchell Beazley
Book Classification: Food & drink: Non-alcoholic beverages|Food & drink: Non-alcoholic beverages|Popular philosophy|Food & drink: Beverages
Dimensions: 208 x 152 x 22
Weight: 520
ISBN13\EAN\SKU: 9781846016387

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