The Ultimate Cigar Book (10th Anniversary Edition) - Richard Carleton Hacker

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Product Description

The best selling cigar book in the world is back as a new 3rd edition, completely updated and noticeably thicker, with 160 photos in black & white and color. Every cigar in the world is discussed in detail plus all facets of cigar making, buying, smoking and storing, as well as accessories and matching cigars with your favorite adult beverages. Cracking the Cuban code and counterfeits are also revealed, along with a wealth of information unavailable in any other book.

Product Details
* Amazon Sales Rank: #844116 in Books
* Published on: 2003-08
* Original language: English
* Binding: Hardcover
* 360 pages

Editorial Reviews

Review

"...He writes in an entertaining and witty style...contains information that has never before been made available to the public." -- Smoke Magazine

"Richard Carleton Hacker is one of the world's foremost authorities on the subjects of cigar and cigar smoking." -- Robb Report

"direct concise prose is used...Hacker doesn't shy away from including even the most obscure brands..." -- Cigar Aficionado

About the Author

Richard Carleton Hacker is one of the world's foremost authorities on the subjects of cigars and cigar smoking. He is the author of The Ultimate Cigar Book, now in its third edition and the book that is generally credited with having helped start the cigar boom. He is personally acquainted with all of the major cigar-making companies and their executives throughout the world, as well as knowing most of the smaller manufacturers and cigar-making families. In addition, he has personally visited cigar factories and tobacco farms in every major geographic area, including Cuba, the Dominican Republic, Honduras, and Europe. His in-depth knowledge has resulted in the author serving as cigar consultant for corporations and the entertainment industry. He is also a popular keynote speaker at cigar night "smokers."

His numerous television, radio, and newspaper interviews have made Richard Carleton Hacker an international spokesman for cigar smokers throughout the world.