Cigar History

[fourkicksfan]

Hey guys, being the cigar nerd that I am, I like To know everything and anything when it comes to my smokes. I enjoy knowing the back story, specs, and all that encompasses the smoke. What I'm looking for as well, is some literature or reading online or books that maybe some of you have come across regarding this wonderful hobby of cigars. History regarding about cigars, cigar people, families of tobacco growers, etc. I enjoy reading and doing so about a topic I am passionate would be a huge plus.

So brothers...any suggestions?!

 

[Craig Mac]

The Tobacconist University website is an excellent resource for the basics.

http://www.tobacconistuniversity.org/campus.asp

A book I got from JD recently makes for a good read as well regarding Nicaraguan cigars.

http://shop.drewestate.com/product/cigar-makers-of-nicaragua-book

 

[mwlabel]

The Gourmet Guide to Cigars by Paul Garmiranian.

Haha just kidding. It's only good as a coaster. At best.


IIRC, Ryan (vivalanation) has/had a good book about the Cuban tobacco industry. Maybe he'll chime in.

 

[iergeni]

Well, if you can get your hands on a copy of Min Ron Nee's Illustrated Encyclopaedia of Post-Revolution Havana Cigars, it should keep you busy for a while.

 

[heavyd]

I read The Ultimate Cigar Book by Richard Hacker last Summer. Lots of good history from different regions. You can get it at Amazon (used) for about $7. I really enjoyed it.

 

[Jfire]

Current Style MRN post revolution cigar book (that u can get your hands on) for those interested.
http://item.mobileweb.ebay.co.uk/viewitem?itemId=171029658011
"The Great book of the Habano".
It's a little pricey but well worth the money. The author helped MRN write "An Illustrated Encyclopedia of Post Revolution Havana Cigars"

 

[Alwayslit]

Well, if you can get your hands on a copy of Min Ron Nee's Illustrated Encyclopaedia of Post-Revolution Havana Cigars, it should keep you busy for a while.

......this:thumbsup:

 

[e-dawg]

The Tobacconist University website is an excellent resource for the basics.

http://www.tobacconistuniversity.org/campus.asp

A book I got from JD recently makes for a good read as well regarding Nicaraguan cigars.

http://shop.drewestate.com/product/cigar-makers-of-nicaragua-book

That book from JD was an interesting read. It comes with a pretty cool hat to boot!