Description |
xvi, 247 pages ; 23 cm. |
Series |
Philosophy for everyone |
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Philosophy for everyone.
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Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references. |
Contents |
The first cup: coffee and metaphysics -- Grounds for debate: coffee culture -- The wonderful aroma of bean: coffee aesthetics -- To roast or not to roast: the ethics of coffee. |
Summary |
Coffee, the beverage that has hooked countless people since its discovery in the 15th century by Ethiopian Sufi monks. Eighteen essays on the history, taste, (fair) trade, and ethics of coffee the book also includes engaging discussions of caffeine's classification as a drug, the emergence of green coffee and the evolution of the coffehouse into a public forum. A blend of humor and thought-provoking content guaranteed to stimulate readers' intellect. |
Subject |
Coffee -- Philosophy.
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Added Author |
Parker, Scott F.
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Austin, Michael W.
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ISBN |
9781444337129 paperback alkaline paper |
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1444337122 paperback alkaline paper |
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