The Perfect Smoke: Fred Hanna answers nine questions about his new book

(P&T) 1. What is the purpose of the book?

To explore, explain and extol the glory and grandeur of pipe smoking at its very best. Along the way, I examine the characteristics of the great smoking pipes, exquisite tobaccos and the proper smoking and tasting skills necessary to recognize, appreciate and produce the perfect smoke. I am attempting to share what little knowledge I have acquired with my fellow pipe enthusiasts. I do this with the hope that perhaps it can increase and elevate, perhaps just a bit, their enjoyment of pipes and tobaccos, and possibly enhance the overall attractiveness of the pipe hobby in the process.
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