British Inn Signs And Their Stories
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Condition remarks:
Condition: Good. Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears. Page Condition: Yellowed. Markings: No markings visible. Binding: Intact. The dust jacket shows some wear consistent with age; the interior pages appear lightly tanned but intact.
A charming and authoritative work of British cultural history, British Inn Signs and their Stories chronicles the rich tradition of pub and inn signage across the United Kingdom. Eric R. Delderfield presents the fascinating stories and heraldic symbolism behind some of Britain's most iconic and curious inn signs, tracing their origins through centuries of history, folklore, and social change. The book details how these colourful signs evolved from purely practical identifiers into beloved pieces of folk art, each carrying its own unique narrative rooted in local legend, royal patronage, or trade history. Written with warmth and an eye for telling detail, it is an engrossing read for anyone interested in British heritage, pub culture, or the art of the street sign.
Author: Eric R. Delderfield
Format: Hardback
Published: 1972, David & Charles, Newton Abbot
Genre: British & Irish history
Condition remarks:
Condition: Good. Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears. Page Condition: Yellowed. Markings: No markings visible. Binding: Intact. The dust jacket shows some wear consistent with age; the interior pages appear lightly tanned but intact.
A charming and authoritative work of British cultural history, British Inn Signs and their Stories chronicles the rich tradition of pub and inn signage across the United Kingdom. Eric R. Delderfield presents the fascinating stories and heraldic symbolism behind some of Britain's most iconic and curious inn signs, tracing their origins through centuries of history, folklore, and social change. The book details how these colourful signs evolved from purely practical identifiers into beloved pieces of folk art, each carrying its own unique narrative rooted in local legend, royal patronage, or trade history. Written with warmth and an eye for telling detail, it is an engrossing read for anyone interested in British heritage, pub culture, or the art of the street sign.