Julian Baginni has long been fascinated by the philosophical underpinnings of how we eat and drink. A chance discovery in Tokyo of a copy of The Book of Tea by Kakuza Okakura (published in 1906) led him on a journey to explore our relationship with coffee. Coffee is the ritual that begins and gets us through the day; it not only fuels us but has shaped the fabric of modern life. Our cup of coffee allows for a moment of deeper connection, both with oneself and others, through something ultimately enriching and life affirming.

• Pages: 176
• Dimensions: 21. 6 x 15.2 cm