History of Chess

An epic work that took more than a decade to complete, A History of Chess, originally published in 1913, is a historic undertaking that shattered preconceptions about the game upon publication. Over a century later, Murray's research and conclusions, in which he argues that chess originated in India, are still widely accepted by most chess historians. 
Undertaking such a pioneering task, the scope of which has never been attempted before or since, Murray taught himself to read Arabic in order to decipher historical manuscripts on the game and its beginnings. His study unravels the history of the game as it evolved from its Asiatic beginnings, through the role chess played in Europe during the Middle Ages, and up until the nineteenth century with the arrival of modern chess as we know it. 
A History of Chess includes transcribed diagrams of important games, as well as some of the more famous historical chess figurines, such as the Lewis chessmen. No single work on the game of chess has become close to touching Murray's in breadth or significance.

Humor & Entertainment

Murray, Harold J.

Puzzles & Games

Benjamin Pr

London's Jane Pettigrew has joined American tea writer Bruce Richardson in creating the latest definitive guide to teas throughout the world. Beautifully illustrated, this classic book gives detailed information and brewing instructions for over 80 teas. Chapters on the newest information about tea and health, tea production, tea blending and tea hospitality are included. This book is a valuable up-to-date addition to libraries of both tea novices and professionals. If you have ever wondered about the time and temperature to brew your teas - white, green, black, or oolong - this is the book for you.

The New Tea Companion

Cookbooks, Food & Wine

Bruce Richardson

Jane Pettigrew

Beverages & Wine

Bruce Richardson gives us another insider's glimpse into the world's growing fascination with the celebration of afternoon tea. The author of The Great Tea Rooms of Britain now takes us to 22 tea rooms in the United States and Canada where taking tea is serious business. This 2006 third edition contains four new tea rooms. Afternoon tea is no longer an indulgence reserved just for the British. From Cape Cod to Pasadena, Americans in search of a quiet respite are finding establishments that do make "a proper cup of tea." This collection is filled with 125 color photographs and 75 recipes. It is a great gift book that gives readers a tantalizing taste of what's brewing across America!

The Great Tea Rooms of America

Richardson, Bruce

This handy guide will allow you to see Paris with tea on your mind. Contains 100 listings of tea rooms, tea shops, museum teas, tea salons, hotel teas and cafe teas. The venues are arranged by arrondisement with maps and Metro stops included. You will find your way through the city like a pro. 150 photographs allow you to visit at home before you visit in person. Other volumes in this series include New York and Paris.

Tea in the City: Paris: A Tea Lovers Guide to Sipping and Shopping in the City

This new 2009 edition of Dorothea Johnson s classic guide has been expanded and updated with the assistance of Bruce Richardson, one of the leading voices in America s tea renaissance. It is filled with advice that will guide you through planning your next social and business tea.
This contemporary resource unravels the system of rules for the ritualized exchange of courtesies at a tea gathering so you can enjoy its amenities with confidence. Dorothea will help you avoid those embarrassing tea faux pas. Forget about all those raised pinkies tea time can be gracious without being pretentious. 
Topics Included: Tea History, Tea Tales, Hosting an Afternoon Tea at Home, Guest Duties at a Social Tea, Going Out to Tea, Business Etiquette and Tea, Making Introductions, Brewing Tea, Tea and Health, and Tea Recipes. Over 100 illustrations.

Tea & Etiquette: Taking Tea for Business and Pleasure

Business & Money

Johnson, Dorothea

Business Culture