But First, Coffee

Rise, grind and shine, coffee lovers!

There are more ways to enjoy your java than there are coffee beans on the tree, so whether you like your coffee topped with artisan foam or black as the night sky there's something for everyone.

Inside this book you'll find a livening shot of coffee facts and history, followed by a tantalizing host of ideas on how to indulge in your favorite pick-me-up, including classic styles, cold-brewed options and delicious desserts.

On the side, you can enjoy sampling some of the wisest and wittiest words ever spoken concerning the marvel of mud, from such die-hard devotees as Clark Gable, Jilly Cooper, Charles Bukowski and T. S. Eliot. Top it off with a dusting of light-hearted statements and a pinch of perfectly percolated puns and you have the ultimate celebration of the wonder that is coffee.