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What is The Complete World of Coffee?

The Complete World of Coffee is a 615-page, one-volume reference book on coffee written by Keith E. Lyons and published by Lyons Den Publishing. It is organized in five parts: History, Science, Craft, Culture, and the business of coffee.

Who wrote The Complete World of Coffee?

The Complete World of Coffee was written by Keith E. Lyons and is published by Lyons Den Publishing.

How many pages is The Complete World of Coffee?

The Complete World of Coffee is 615 pages long.

How can I buy The Complete World of Coffee?

The Complete World of Coffee is available three ways: the Standard Edition for $55 at keithlyons.org, the Limited Signed Edition for $75 at keithlyons.org, and the Reader's Edition paperback on Amazon.

What is the Standard Edition?

The Standard Edition of The Complete World of Coffee is the hardcover edition, priced at $55 and sold at keithlyons.org.

What is the Limited Signed Edition?

The Limited Signed Edition of The Complete World of Coffee is priced at $75 and limited to 200 copies. Each copy is signed by the author, Keith E. Lyons, and it is sold only at keithlyons.org.

Live count: 50 signed copies remaining.

Where can I buy the Reader's Edition?

The Reader's Edition of The Complete World of Coffee is a paperback sold on Amazon.

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What does "signed" mean for the Limited Signed Edition?

Signed copies of The Complete World of Coffee are signed by the author, Keith E. Lyons. Signed copies are sold only at keithlyons.org, not on Amazon or through other retailers.

How long does shipping take?

Orders ship in the order they are received. Current processing time is a few days — you'll get a tracking number by email when your book ships.

Is The Complete World of Coffee a good gift for a coffee lover?

The Complete World of Coffee is a comprehensive 615-page reference covering the history, science, craft, culture, and business of coffee, which suits coffee lovers who want one book on the whole subject. A Limited Signed Edition, signed by the author, is available at keithlyons.org.

Will my order arrive in time for a birthday or holiday?

Orders ship in the order they are received. Current processing time is a few days — you'll get a tracking number by email when your book ships.

Can cafes, shops, or businesses order wholesale copies?

Yes. Cafes, roasters, book clubs, and businesses can order The Complete World of Coffee in quantity through the bulk orders page at keithlyons.org/bulk-orders, or reach Lyons Den Publishing through the contact page at keithlyons.org/contact.

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How does The Complete World of Coffee relate to Ukers' All About Coffee?

All About Coffee by William H. Ukers is the classic comprehensive coffee reference, with its second edition published in 1935. The Complete World of Coffee by Keith E. Lyons is a modern, updated one-volume coffee reference written in that tradition.

Hardcover of The Complete World of Coffee by Keith E. Lyons

A 615-page, one-volume reference to the history, science, craft, culture, and business of coffee.

Also available: Reader's Edition paperback on Amazon

The Complete World of Coffee

615 pages. 14 chapters. The definitive guide to specialty coffee.

$75.00 · Starts shipping October 2026

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