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For All the Tea in China

How England Stole the World's Favorite Drink and Changed History
Summary:

The book recounts the true story of a 19th-century British botanist, Robert Fortune, who embarked on a covert mission to China to steal tea plants and secrets of tea production for the British Empire. It details his adventures and the impact of his actions on global trade and the history of colonialism.

Key points:

1. Industrial Espionage: The book discusses Robert Fortune's corporate espionage for the British East India Company, stealing China's tea production secrets.

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