The Gentle Art of Smoking

by Alfred H. Dunhill, James Arnold (Illustrator)

The Gentle Art of Smoking is a comprehensive guide to the art of smoking, written by Alfred H. Dunhill, a renowned tobacco expert. The book covers a wide range of topics related to smoking, including the history of tobacco, the different types of tobacco and their flavors, the art of pipe smoking, the proper way to light a cigar, and much more.Dunhill provides detailed instructions on how to smoke different types of tobacco, as well as tips on how to choose the right pipe or cigar for your taste. He also discusses the etiquette of smoking, including how to smoke in public places and how to properly dispose of your smoking materials.In addition to practical advice, The Gentle Art of Smoking also includes fascinating anecdotes and stories about famous smokers throughout history, from Winston Churchill to Mark Twain. The book is beautifully illustrated with vintage photographs and illustrations, making it a must-read for anyone interested in the art of smoking.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

206 pages, Hardcover

Published August 17, 2013

Reviews

[Henry J · Rating 4 out of 5]

An old book written by one of the true lovers of the pipe. Full of history of tobacco and the pipe