Originally published in English in 1906, this classic text has become a favorite of Western readers. An explanation of the Japanese tea ceremony, it is seen as a text that seeks and finds meaning as well as one that has layers of meaning of its own.
Written at the turn of the century, when there was a strong tendency to accept western culture as enlightenment, this work suggests an appreciation of a Japanese sense of beauty, values and way of thinking by introducing the history of Japanese art. The book still provides a fresh point of view to readers today, as western culture seems to have ...
A beautiful narration on how tea became much more than just a casual beverage in Japanese culture. Author's informal style of narration takes us into the beauty of Japanese minds refined by tea traditon of Japan and the lure of Budhisim upon which the tea philosophy is based. It has served as a seminal cultural bridge to Asian life. An informative ...
With its emphasis on ritual and aesthetics, the ceremonial presentation of tea provides a fascinating introduction to many aspects of Japanese culture. This beautifully designed kit contains "The Book of Tea" plus utensils to use in recreating the tea ceremony at home: a traditional bowl and split bamboo whisk.
Written in English in 1906 (exactly 100 years ago), this seminal text on the meaning and practice of the tea ceremony was a pioneering effort in cultural bridge-building between East and West. Okakura perceived cha-no-yu - literally "Way of Tea" - as a form of spiritual culture: a discipline that transforms itself into an 'art of life' rooted in ...
This classic primer on Japanese art and esthetics-written by a cofounder of the Tokyo Fine Art School and one of the great 19th-century experts on Asian art and archaeology-approaches the subject from a philosphical perspective, exploring the spirit and the spirituality behind the notable eras of Asian music, painting, architecture, textiles, and ...
Originally published in English in 1906, this classic text has become a favorite of Western readers. An explanation of the Japanese tea ceremony, it is seen as a text that seeks and finds meaning as well as one that has layers of meaning of its own.
The 1904 book that famously declared "Asia is one" was among the first studies in English to reference Zen as it explored the roots of Japanese beauty. Like the author's The Book of Tea, this volume emphasized the spiritual ideals of Asian, and especially Japanese, art. Kakuzo Okakura (18631913) was an administrator and scholar whose writings ...
Unleash yourself from the stress of everyday life and begin your quest to understand the way of tea. In this calming kit you will discover tranquility that comes from learning how to harmonize with others, and gain purity in thought and action.Kit contents include: 1 metal steeper, 1 round dish, incense, plus holder, 1 fukusa; and, 88-page book.
This intriguing and enlightening volume discusses the history and meaning of the tea ceremony. A must-read for anyone who is interested in Japanese culture. Newly designed and typeset in a modern 5.5-by-8.5-inch format by Waking Lion Press.
Originally published in English in 1906, this classic text has become a favorite of Western readers. An explanation of the Japanese tea ceremony, it is seen as a text that seeks and finds meaning as well as one that has layers of meaning of its own.
Description: Very Good; Miniature book measuring 3.75 inches tall by 2.75 wide. Very pretty binding. #66 in the Bibliotheque Minitature Library. Clean pages. Sturdy binding. Minimal signs of use. Text in French. 7060. 46108. read more
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Philippe Picquier
Date Published: 5/19/1998
ISBN-13:9782877302715ISBN:2877302717
Description: Good. 2877302717 Used library item with stamps & stickers. wear to spine at middle of book. otherwise in standard used condition. read more
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