The Natural History of the Tea-Tree, with Observations on the Medical Qualities of Tea, and on the Effects of Tea-Drinking - Softcover

John Coakley Lettsom

Softcover

ISBN 10: 9371325208 ISBN 13: 9789371325202

Verlag: Zinc Read, 2025

Inhaltsangabe

"The Natural History of the Tea-Tree, with Observations on the Medical Qualities of Tea, and on the Effects of Tea-Drinking" by John Coakley Lettsom is a comprehensive exploration of the tea plant and its significance in both natural history and medicine. Lettsom meticulously details the botanical characteristics of the tea tree, its cultivation, and the various types of tea produced from its leaves. His observations extend to the cultural practices surrounding tea consumption, highlighting its importance in social rituals and daily life, as well as its potential health benefits. *** In this work, Lettsom also delves into the medical properties attributed to tea, discussing its effects on health and well-being. He examines both the positive and negative impacts of tea-drinking, providing a balanced view of its role in society. The book serves as an early scientific inquiry into the effects of a beverage that has become a staple in many cultures. Lettsom's insights contribute to the understanding of tea not just as a drink, but as a subject of scientific and medical interest.

Details zur Ausgabe

• Verlag: Zinc Read
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2025
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 10: 9371325208
• ISBN 13: 9789371325202
• Einband: Taschenbuch
• Anzahl der Seiten: 114
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