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The original homage to the world's most extraordinary drink! In 1922, William H. Ukers wrote the definitive work on coffee. As the founder of The Tea and Coffee Trade Journal, an industry magazine still active today, he spent seventeen years traveling the world and uncovering everything there was to know about both the bean and the beverage. From its historic roots and the drinking customs of different countries to its effects on the mind and the preparation of the perfect cup, this book captures all the rich and complex history of coffee. Filled to the brim with robust facts, aphorisms, and more, All About Coffee culls the best of Ukers's research and observations sip after sip, page after page.

La civilización, en su marcha hacia adelante, sólo ha producido tres bebidas no alcohólicas importantes: el extracto de la planta del té, el extracto del grano de cacao y el extracto del grano de café. "Esta obra ha sido seleccionada por los estudiosos como culturalmente importante, y forma parte de la base de conocimientos de la civilización tal y como la conocemos. Esta obra ha sido reproducida a partir del artefacto original, y se mantiene lo más fiel posible a la obra original. Por lo tanto, verá las referencias originales de los derechos de autor, los sellos de las bibliotecas (ya que la mayoría de estas obras se han alojado en las bibliotecas más importantes del mundo) y otras anotaciones en la obra. Los estudiosos creen, y nosotros estamos de acuerdo, que esta obra es lo suficientemente importante como para ser conservada, reproducida y puesta a disposición del público en general. Apreciamos su apoyo al proceso de preservación, y le agradecemos que sea una parte importante para mantener este conocimiento vivo y relevante. Durante más de cincuenta años, Gutenberg ha sido el principal editor de literatura clásica en el mundo de habla inglesa. Con una biblioteca de más de 40.000 títulos, Gutenberg Classics representa una estantería global de las mejores obras a lo largo de la historia y a través de géneros y disciplinas. Los lectores confían en que la serie ofrece textos fidedignos enriquecidos con introducciones y notas de distinguidos eruditos y autores contemporáneos, así como traducciones actualizadas realizadas por traductores galardonados."

Seventeen years ago the author of this work made his first trip abroad to gather material for a book on coffee. Subsequently he spent a year in travel among the coffee-producing countries. After the initial surveys, correspondents were appointed to make researches in the principal European libraries and museums; and this phase of the work continued until April, 1922. Simultaneous researches were conducted in American libraries and historical museums up to the time of the return of the final proofs to the printer in June, 1922. Ten years ago the sorting and classification of the material was begun. The actual writing of the manuscript has extended over four years. Among the unique features of the book are the Coffee Thesaurus; the Coffee Chronology, containing 492 dates of historical importance; the Complete Reference Table of the Principal Kinds of Coffee Grown in the World; and the Coffee Bibliography, containing 1,380 references.

In "All About Coffee," William H. Ukers presents an exhaustive exploration of coffee, delving into its history, cultivation, and cultural significance. His narrative is both informative and engaging, characterized by a rich, descriptive style that balances scientific detail with anecdotal evidence, making it accessible to both the casual reader and the academic. Ukers meticulously chronicles the journey of coffee from bean to cup, revealing the complex interplay between geography, economics, and personal stories that have shaped coffee consumption around the globe. The work stands as a testament to the beverage's profound impact on society, emphasizing its role not just as a commodity but as a cultural phenomenon that binds people across diverse backgrounds. William H. Ukers, a prominent figure in the world of coffee literature and a seasoned journalist, brings a plethora of knowledge and personal experience to "All About Coffee." His deep-seated appreciation for coffee, paired with his extensive travels and research, fostered a narrative that not only informs but celebrates this cherished beverage. His unique insights reflect a broader ambition to elevate the discourse surrounding coffee, transforming it from a mere drink into an art form steeped in history and tradition. For anyone seeking a comprehensive understanding of coffee'Äîits origins, evolution, and significance'Äî"All About Coffee" is an indispensable resource. Ukers'Äô scholarly yet engaging approach invites readers to sip alongside him as he shares fascinating tales and insights that highlight the rich tapestry of coffee culture. This work is essential reading for coffee aficionados, historians, and anyone interested in the historical currents that shape our daily lives.

The evolution of a cup of coffee; Dealing with the etymology of coffee; History of coffee propagation; Early history of coffee drinking; Introduction of coffee into Western Europe; Beginnings of coffee in France; Introduction of coffee into England, Holland, Germany; Telling how coffee came to Vienna; Coffee houses to oud London; History on the early parisian coffee houses; Introduction of coffe into North America; History of coffe in old New York, Philadelphia; Botany of the coffe plant; Microscopy of the coffee fruit; Chemistry of the coffee bean; Pharmacology of the coffee drink; Commercial coffee of the world; Cultivation of the coffee plant; Preparing green coffee por market; Production and consumption of coffee; How green coffes are bought and sold; Green and boasted coffee characteristics; Factory preparation of roasted coffee; Wholesale merchandising of coffee; Retail merchandising of roasted coffee; Short history of coffee advertising; Coffee trade in the United States; Development of the green roasted coffee; Some big men and notable achievements; History of coffee in literature; Evolution of coffee apparatus; Worl's coffee manners and customs.

A Financial Times and Economist Best Book of the Year exploring world trade from Mesopotamia in 3,000 BC to modern globalization. How did trade evolve to the point where we don’t think twice about biting into an apple from the other side of the world? In A Splendid Exchange, William J. Bernstein, bestselling author of The Birth of Plenty, traces the story of global commerce from its prehistoric origins to the myriad controversies surrounding it today. Journey from ancient sailing ships carrying silk from China to Rome in the second century to the rise and fall of the Portuguese monopoly on spices in the sixteenth; from the American trade battles of the early twentieth century to the modern era of televisions from Taiwan, lettuce from Mexico, and T-shirts from China. Bernstein conveys trade and globalization not in political terms, but rather as an ever-evolving historical constant, like war or religion, that will continue to foster the growth of intellectual capital, shrink the world, and propel the trajectory of the human species. “[An] entertaining and greatly enlightening book.” —The New York Times “A work of which Adam Smith and Max Weber would have approved.” —Foreign Affairs “[Weaves] skillfully between rollicking adventures and scholarship.” —Pietra Rivoli, author of The Travels of a T-Shirt in the Global Economy

In "All About Coffee," William H. Ukers presents an exhaustive exploration of coffee, delving into its history, cultivation, and cultural significance. His narrative is both informative and engaging, characterized by a rich, descriptive style that balances scientific detail with anecdotal evidence, making it accessible to both the casual reader and the academic. Ukers meticulously chronicles the journey of coffee from bean to cup, revealing the complex interplay between geography, economics, and personal stories that have shaped coffee consumption around the globe. The work stands as a testament to the beverage's profound impact on society, emphasizing its role not just as a commodity but as a cultural phenomenon that binds people across diverse backgrounds. William H. Ukers, a prominent figure in the world of coffee literature and a seasoned journalist, brings a plethora of knowledge and personal experience to "All About Coffee." His deep-seated appreciation for coffee, paired with his extensive travels and research, fostered a narrative that not only informs but celebrates this cherished beverage. His unique insights reflect a broader ambition to elevate the discourse surrounding coffee, transforming it from a mere drink into an art form steeped in history and tradition. For anyone seeking a comprehensive understanding of coffee'Äîits origins, evolution, and significance'Äî"All About Coffee" is an indispensable resource. Ukers'Äô scholarly yet engaging approach invites readers to sip alongside him as he shares fascinating tales and insights that highlight the rich tapestry of coffee culture. This work is essential reading for coffee aficionados, historians, and anyone interested in the historical currents that shape our daily lives.