All about coffee

Delve into a richly illustrated exploration of coffee’s journey from the blossoming branch to the steaming cup. Drawing on a decade of travel through the world’s coffee‑growing regions and meticulous research in libraries and museums across Europe and America, the author weaves together botanical detail, cultural anecdotes, and historic snapshots. Hand‑drawn plates trace the coffee berry’s ripening stages, while personal notes reveal the curiosity that sparked a lifelong study of the trade.

The volume stands out for its practical tools: a Coffee Thesaurus, a chronology listing nearly five hundred pivotal dates, and an exhaustive reference table of the principal varieties cultivated worldwide. Complemented by scholarly essays on the chemistry and pharmacology of coffee, the work offers both casual enthusiasts and serious scholars a solid foundation for understanding the beverage’s global impact. Its thorough bibliography and footnoted sources invite further discovery beyond the pages.