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The Art of Pipe Smoking is a concise yet elegant handbook authored by Joaquín Verdaguer and illustrated by Norma Crockford, originally published by The Curlew Press in 1958. The volume brings together the history, craft and aesthetic of pipe-smoking in a refined and accessible format, merging informative text with visual appeal. Its aims are not purely technical; rather, it explores the rituals, design, materials and contemplative dimensions of the pipe-smoking tradition.
Throughout the book Verdaguer offers the reader insights into pipe types, tobacco varieties, smoking technique, maintenance and the culture surrounding the pastime. Crockford's decorative illustrations enrich the reading experiencecapturing briar pipes, accessories, smoking rooms and evocative still-life images of the ritual itself. The result is a book that functions both as a stylish reference and as a cultural snapshot of mid-20th-century leisure.
This edition of The Art of Pipe Smoking holds particular appeal for collectors of lifestyle literature, smoking paraphernalia history or decorative books with a niche focus. It combines fine design, thoughtful text and illustrative character in a way that transcends mere instruction, offering readers a window into a genteel pastime of an earlier era.
