About the book: 2023 / Tea is an integral part of our daily lives. A cup of this hot drink can warm you up on a cold day, give you a feeling of comfort and bring peace of mind. But what do we know about its history, traditions and philosophy? In The Book of Tea, Okakura talks about the history of tea, tea ceremonies, schools, and more. Interest in it all over the world has not subsided for more than a hundred years. The collection also includes the work “Ideals of the East: the spirit of Japanese art,” which tells about the development and changes in the art of Japan from different eras.