Project Gutenberg 2006-09-27 Public domain in the USA. 510 Gray, Arthur 1859 Hood, George 1869 1949 Hood, George W. Hood, G. W. Hood, George Washington 03024966 The Little Tea Book The origin of tea -- Tea [poem] / by Francis Saltus Saltus -- little cups of Chinese and Japanese tea -- On tea [poem] / by Edmund Waller -- Some English tea history -- O tea! [poem] / Arthur Gray -- Tea terms (Japanese. Chinese) -- Tea leaves / by John Ernest McCann -- Wit, wisdom and humor of tea -- Fate / Churchill -- Tea making and taking in Japan and China -- Tea-drinking in other lands -- The tea-table -- Ladies, literature and tea -- On our English poetry and this poem upon tea / R. B. -- To the author on his poem upon tea / T. W. -- Poems from J. Roberts pamphlet (London, 1700) -- Dr. Johnson's affinity -- Earliest mention of tea -- Australian tea -- Five o'clock tea -- Tea in ladies' novels -- Sydney Smith -- Dr. Johnson again -- A cup of tea [poem] / Helen Gray Cone. Produced by Transcribed by Ruth Hart ruthhart@twilightoracle.com "The Little Tea Book" by Arthur Gray, illustrated by George Hood, is a compilation exploring the cultural significance, history, and enjoyment of tea, written in the early 20th century. As a collective work that leans heavily on literary references and historical anecdotes, it serves as both a celebration and a tribute to the timeless beverage of tea, recognized for its role in social and domestic life across various cultures. In this book, Gray presents a rich tapestry of tea-related narratives, detailing the origins of tea in cultures such as China and Japan, as well as its journey to Europe and eventual popularity in England. The text intertwines poetry, folklore, and quotations from notable figures who have praised tea, illustrating its significant role in nurturing human connections and societal traditions. Readers will discover how tea-drinking customs have evolved over time and how the beverage has become an essential part of social gatherings, from simple afternoon teas to grand ceremonies. Through vibrant descriptions and engaging storytelling, Gray emphasizes tea's ability to enhance conversation and community, inviting readers to appreciate its subtle comforts and cultural depth. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Reading ease score: 65.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. en Tea GT SB Text Category: Poetry Category: Mythology, Legends & Folklore Category: Travel Writing Category: History - Other 104227 2025-08-08T09:05:15.944814 text/html 80651 2025-07-02T07:55:27 text/html 565572 2025-08-08T09:05:21.385900 application/epub+zip 565373 2025-08-08T09:05:18.345804 application/epub+zip 96586 2025-08-08T09:05:17.095802 application/epub+zip 716963 2025-08-08T09:05:23.171778 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 702444 2025-08-08T09:05:20.152791 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 91470 2022-09-09T09:12:49.120442 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 95880 2025-08-08T09:05:15.726832 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 76091 2025-07-02T07:55:27 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 17910 2025-08-08T09:05:23.306931 application/rdf+xml 19058 2025-08-08T09:05:17.198859 image/jpeg 2980 2025-08-08T09:05:17.151796 image/jpeg 756523 2025-08-08T09:05:15.979819 application/octet-stream application/zip Archives containing the RDF files for *all* our books can be downloaded at https://book.klll.cc/wiki/Gutenberg:Feeds#The_Complete_Project_Gutenberg_Catalog