I borrowed this book from my library and have been sufficiently impressed by the recipes included that I have ordered my own copy. The recipes are varied and I expect it to come in handy in preparing new offerings for my family and church coffee hours. The book also includes interesting information on Bed & Breakfast establishments across the country.

I gave this four stars, although it could easily be five. I found this book interesting because the author gave different instances of history concerning the origins of the bean as well as coffeehouses. A lot of good research is presented here. You will really need to be interested in coffee to stay tuned. It can be a little dry in some areas. You will notice that this book is published in 1987 - before the fall of the iron curtain. A lot of references are from eastern Germany, (i.e. Leipzig), and this make for a novelty of sorts. I think the pictures are good, but if this book were done now, the pix would more up-to-date. It's a good book, but not five stars. I purchased a cookbook recently, entitled "Kaffehaus", by Rick Rodgers. Kaffehaus has the type of photos I would expect to see in a book like this. Four stars, but no "Bravo!".

This book presents a history of coffee and controversies related to it within the Arab world, especially the Arabian peninsula, Egypt, and Turkey. It includes 16 historical illustrations, depicting various serving implements for coffee and coffee establishments covering approximately 300 years. The scholarly style of the text may not be easy to follow for the general reader, especially readers who are not familiar with some basic Arabic naming conventions and structure. However, the research seems to be exceedingly well done and documented. The focus on coffee-related controversies can be somewhat disorienting, since the author assumes from the beginning that the reader will have some idea of the extent of the controversies and may even be able to speculate on their causes. The description of the legal opinions concerning coffee is quite clear, and could even help readers develop an understanding of more general questions of Islamic law. The author's comments on social change are also very lucid and worth reading for anyone interested in material culture.

Every dedicated member of the coffee industry should read this book. It documents how coffee is not simply a business in Colombia...but a vibrant part of the nation's culture. Bergquist also offers a valuable insight as to how coffee and politics go hand and hand in Colombia. This is an excellent history book that includes a solid examination of the "War of One Thousand Days."

This cookbook is an excellent source of delicate desserts for any occasion. Some recipes contain coffee products, but many do not. Most of the recipes have very few ingredients and are very easy to make. There are recipes from cookies to cakes to beverages. Great book!

If you live in Minnesota, as I do, and you like interesting books that you can pick up and read starting at any point, this would be a good buy. It has much interesting information about Minnesota's early days, authentic old and ludicrous advertisements, and is rife with almost Dickensian characters, narratives, and editorials. Also many items of small, wry wit and subtle humor.

I didn't think about postage until later. The non-standard envelope increases postage. ... But the cards are cute nonetheless.

the book communicates the know how of enhancing sexual enjoyment and handling situations in life in a very suttley humourous way. i sincerely feel that its a wonderful book for the couples to read, i would even say study, together. why did become out of print. I am shocked and surprised!! laxmi

This book is perfect for poolside. Light and enjoyable.
I liked the parts about Turkish man too.

I don't know why I got this book, maybe the title grabbed my attention. I thought it would be interesting to read about life as a stewardess back in the 60's, when it was so glamorous. The book is choc full of anecdotes (sp?) about passengers and captains. I've really enjoyed reading about Trudy and Rachel's escapades, especially the chapter about their "basic training" like stewardess school. I haven't finished the book, but I am about 80% through it. I pick it up every once in awhile and read a chapter here and there. It's not like a novel in that I want to read the entire thing to see what happens. Overall I recommend it with 4 stars, I've gotten quite a lot of enjoyment in reading it and find it to be well worth the money spent.