A Decent Cup of Tea Book

"The best thing to do when you've got a dead body and it's your husband's on the kitchen floor and you don't know what to do about it, is to make yourself a good strong cup of tea."—Anthony Burgess

Charmingly written and produced with a homemade look, this is the ideal gift for anyone who relishes the tranquil pleasures of the brew. Includes the author's own recipes for tea brack, scones, crumpets, tea sandwiches, and more—and even a beginner's course in leaf reading. Illustrations.

Delightfully written and produced with a handmade look, this is a giftbook for anyone who relishes the tranquil pleasures of the brew. Packed with information, it includes a history of tea, advice on selecting tea and tea-related paraphernalia, recipes for tea accompaniments, and more. 30 two-color silhouettes.