Books with author James Hoffman

Thoroughly enjoyed this book! I love history and to read it in the first person and in the words of a woman who had "grit" and enjoyed life and adventure was very entertaining.Kindle CustomerI liked the humor. Interesting point of view that someone found a diary and pieces missing and I love reading about the old west, Indians and whorehouses and the characters were developed to make the story fun. Also loved the old pictures. A fun story and fast read.Joan HughsRide with Mary into the Wild West of long ago. Meet the soiled doves of San Francisco. Hangtown gold miners. The China girl Ah Choi. Mary promises not to lie too bad.I found her handwritten story in an old trunk I bought at an auction in Walton, NY. There are many corrections and many notes and pictures stuck between the pages, and the ink and pencil are faded and often difficult to read. I have had to guess a few times and hope the language of my guesses doesn't sound too modern, nor done too much harm to Mary's intent.The name Mary Faraday Huntington does not appear in any of the old records. Whoever wrote the words shamelessly talks about things rarely mentioned in stories of the Wild West. She describes the way it was long ago in the gold fields of the Sierras and among the soiled doves of San Francisco, not the sugar coated fairy tales of book and Hollywood.____________________Go get Mary's story and ride with her into the Wild West of long ago.Click on the bar, top right.

The worldwide bestseller - 1/4 million copies sold'Written by a World Barista Champion and co-founder of the great Square Mile roasters in London, this had a lot to live up to and it certainly does. Highly recommended for anyone into their coffee and interested in finding out more about how it's grown, processed and roasted.' (Amazon customer)'Whether you are an industry professional, a home enthusiast or anything in between, I truly believe this is a MUST read.' (Amazon customer)'Informative, well-written and well presented. Coffee table and reference book - a winner' (Amazon customer)'Very impressive. It's amazing how much territory is covered without overwhelming the reader. The abundant photos and images are absolutely coffee-table-worthy, but this book is so much more. I think it would be enjoyable for an obsessed coffee geek or someone who just enjoys their java.' (Amazon customer)For everyone who wants to understand more about coffee and its wonderful nuances and possibilities, this is the book to have.Coffee has never been better, or more interesting, than it is today. Coffee producers have access to more varieties and techniques than ever before and we, as consumers, can share in that expertise to make sure the coffee we drink is the best we can find. Where coffee comes from, how it was harvested, the roasting process and the water used to make the brew are just a few of the factors that influence the taste of what we drink. Champion barista and coffee expert James Hoffmann examines these key factors, looking at varieties of coffee, the influence of terroir, how it is harvested and processed, the roasting methods used, through to the way in which the beans are brewed.Country by country - from Bolivia to Zambia - he then identifies key characteristics and the methods that determine the quality of that country's output. Along the way we learn about everything from the development of the espresso machine, to why strength guides on supermarket coffee are really not good news. This is the first book to chart the coffee production of over 35 countries, encompassing knowledge never previously published outside the coffee industry.

Coffee has never been better, or more interesting, than it is today. Coffee producers have access to more varieties and techniques than ever before and we, as consumers, can share in that expertise to make sure the coffee we drink is the best we can find. Where coffee comes from, how it was harvested, the roasting process and the water used to make the brew are just a few of the factors that influence the taste of what we drink. Champion barista and coffee roaster James Hoffmann examines these key factors, looking at varieties of coffee, the influence of terroir, how it is harvested and processed, the roasting methods used, through to the way in which the beans are brewed. Country by country - from Bolivia to Zambia - he then identifies key characteristics and the methods that determine the quality of that country's output. Along the way we learn about everything from the development of the espresso machine, to why strength guides on supermarket coffee are really not good news. This is the first book to chart the coffee production of over 35 countries, encompassing knowledge never previously published outside the coffee industry. For everyone who wants to understand more about coffee and its wonderful nuances and possibilities, this is the book to have.

I enjoy Hoffman's characters. Their candor and no nonsense attitude. Yes, I will read Alice II.Jim Parker I’m a poor little orphan girl. All alone. You’re so big and strong and handsome. If you give me a little money, I’ll give you a nice big hug and kiss.If you're a sweet, little snowflake, go suck a lollypop.When I was four my mother drove away, leaving me on the sidewalk sobbing and screaming for her to come back. My father died before I was born. Not very nice of him but he left me a pile of money and a cute little cottage on Big Sur. Better than nothing.After blowing 10 foster homes I easily conned my way into UC Berkeley. No problem running circles around the intelligentsia of that fine institution.I got rid of prissy morality long ago.PART 1. Wanna kiss my pretty Kitty?PART 2. The shaman’s rattle and huckleberry ice creamPART 3. The smelly village on a bluffPART 4. Neuropsychology and Dr. Mary BarteauPART 5. St. Francis and the DevilPART 6. Sex in the Shadow World---yes, clickbait____________________Go grab my book and come along.Click on the Bar in the box,top of the page on the right.

The bestselling reference updated and expanded with seven new coffee-growing countries. Praise for the first edition: "Fills a gap in the popular reference literature. Recommended." -- Booklist "The definitive guide.... Well-written, informative, and a must-have for general readers who want to know more about their favorite morning brew." -- Publishers Weekly "Educational, thought-provoking, and substantial. I've already recommended this book to (our) readers countless times." -- Barista Magazine The World Atlas of Coffee takes readers on a global tour of coffee-growing countries, presenting the bean in full-color photographs and concise, informative text. It covers where coffee is grown, the people who grow it and the cultures in which it is a way of life. It also covers the world of consumption -- processing, grades, the consumer and the modern culture of coffee. For this new edition, the author expanded his research travels over the last several years to include seven additional coffee-growing regions: Democratic Republic of Congo, Uganda, China, Philippines, Thailand, Haiti and Puerto Rico. These are covered in 16 additional pages. As well, all of the book's maps have been updated to show greater detail, and all statistics and data have been updated to the most recent available. Organized by continent and then country or region, The World Atlas of Coffee presents the world's favorite brew in color spreads packed with information. The coverage in The World Atlas of Coffee is wide and deep. The book is used by barista and coffee-tasting instructors in North America and overseas and has been welcomed by enthusiastic coffee drinkers everywhere. Appropriate for special and general collections alike, it is an essential selection.

Professionals and enthusiasts alike will love this beautiful book by James Hoffmann. From overviews of the world's most vibrant coffee-growing regions, to step-by-step brewing tutorials, the content is educational, thought-provoking, and substantial. I've already recommended this book to Barista Magazine readers countless times. -- Sarah Allen, Editor Barista Magazine A beautiful world guide to the brown bean. Taking the reader on a global tour of coffee-growing countries, The World Atlas of Coffee presents the bean in full-color photographs and concise, informative text. It shows the origins of coffee -- where it is grown, the people who grow it; and the cultures in which coffee is a way of life -- and the world of consumption -- processing, grades, the consumer and the modern culture of coffee. Plants of the genus Coffea are cultivated in more than 70 countries but primarily in equatorial Latin America, Southeast Asia and Africa. For some countries, including Central African Republic, Colombia, Ethiopia, and Honduras, coffee is the number one export and critical to the economy. Organized by continent and then further by country or region, The World Atlas of Coffee presents the brew in color spreads packed with information. They include: The history of coffee generally and regionally The role of colonialism (for example, in Burundi under colonial rule of Belgium, coffee production was best described as coercive. Every peasant farmer had to cultivate at least 50 coffee trees near their home.) Map of growing regions and detail maps Charts explaining differences in growing regions within a country Inset boxes (For example, what is the Potato Defect? Is Cuban coffee legal in the United States?) The politics of coffee and the fair trade, organic and shade grown phenomena Beautiful color photographs taken in the field. Americans consume 400 million cups of coffee per day, equivalent to 146 billion cups of coffee per year, making the United States the leading consumer of coffee in the world. The World Atlas of Coffee is an excellent choice for these coffee lovers.

Thoroughly enjoyed this book! I love history and to read it in the first person and in the words of a woman who had "grit" and enjoyed life and adventure was very entertaining.Kindle CustomerI liked the humor. Interesting point of view that someone found a diary and pieces missing and I love reading about the old west, Indians and whorehouses and the characters were developed to make the story fun. Also loved the old pictures. A fun story and fast read.Joan HughsRide with Mary into the Wild West of long ago. Meet the soiled doves of San Francisco. Hangtown gold miners. The China girl Ah Choi. Mary promises not to lie too bad.I found her handwritten story in an old trunk I bought at an auction in Walton, NY. There are many corrections and many notes and pictures stuck between the pages, and the ink and pencil are faded and often difficult to read. I have had to guess a few times and hope the language of my guesses doesn't sound too modern, nor done too much harm to Mary's intent.The name Mary Faraday Huntington does not appear in any of the old records. Whoever wrote the words shamelessly talks about things rarely mentioned in stories of the Wild West. She describes the way it was long ago in the gold fields of the Sierras and among the soiled doves of San Francisco, not the sugar coated fairy tales of book and Hollywood.____________________Go get Mary's story and ride with her into the Wild West of long ago.Click on the bar, top right.

I thoroughly enjoyed Alice II. Not only has Alice matured but her life has become more exciting. The question of reality is well woven into the plot.Jim ParkerWell, if you read my first book you know I'm not much for political correctness or prissy morality. And yes, a serious warning to all you sensitive, refined ladies and gentlemen and finger wagging Mr. and Mrs. Grundies. I am afraid this second book is just as bad, bad, bad as the first.So go suck a lollypop and good luck with your boring life.But for all you fine people who haven't had your wild spirit beaten or tamed, come along on more wild adventures.You'll meet Apollo's Hairy Women. My very special version of Cinderella. Watch the Holy Fornication in the Sacred Grove. Have a little fun with the Mighty Munchkins. Go to Paris and Montmartre.And best of all, expand your Reality by coming along with me into the World of Shadow.____________________Thanks for reading this short sample.There is much more waiting for you.Click on the Bar, upper right, to get the book.

Welcome to my third book. You’re as weird as I am. Come along and explore the Catacombs of Paris with me and dance with Reality some more.An important warning. Never leave rotten bananas in your car when there are grizzlies around.PART 1. The Catacombs of Paris.PART 2. Hermann Hesse’s dream.PART 3. Howling in the moonlight.PART 4. KEEP PORTLAND WEIRD.PART 5. Dancing with RealityPART 6. Grizzlies go crazy for rotten bananas.PART 7. The Old Man of the Mountain.____________________Go get Alice III and come along.Click on the Bar in the box,top of the page on the right.

With the aid of a mysterious crystal ball, a wicked queen named Evilla creates and then drinks an immortality potion. The potion turns her bottom half into that of a black widow spider with an actual hourglass on her back. For the next five hundred years, Evilla must turn the hourglass every night after midnightbut before sunriseor risk certain death.Her nemesis is a powerful wizard who hopes to foil all her destructive plans and preparations. In order to stop him, the queen again seeks guidance from her ominous crystal ball. If not hindered, the spider queen will become owner of the chrysoprase: a yearned-for staff bestowed with the ability to cast powerful spells from an ancient book of black magic.If the queen achieves her goal, the entire kingdom will be at her mercy. The wizard has no choice but to seek out a foretold young girl, Susan, who may be able to put a stop to Evillas sinister plan. Although Susan is special, shes only thirteen! What can she do to stop a queen with magic powers? Susan must look inside herself to find out.