A History Of The English Public House
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Tanning and foxing , price clipped
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A richly detailed work of social and cultural history, this volume chronicles the evolution of the English public house from its earliest origins in Roman taverns and Anglo-Saxon alehouses through to the modern era. H. A. Monckton traces the pub's central role in English life, illustrating how it served not merely as a place of refreshment but as a hub of commerce, politics, and community across the centuries. Written with an authoritative yet accessible tone, the narrative details the changing laws, brewing traditions, and social customs that shaped the institution, painting a vivid portrait of English society through the lens of its most beloved gathering place. Monckton also uncovers the fascinating characters — landlords, brewers, and regulars alike — who gave each era of pub culture its distinctive flavour. An essential read for anyone passionate about English heritage, social history, or the enduring traditions of the British inn.
Author: H. A. Monckton
Format: Hardback
Published: 1969, The Bodley Head
Genre: British & Irish history
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Tanning and foxing , price clipped
Markings: No markings
A richly detailed work of social and cultural history, this volume chronicles the evolution of the English public house from its earliest origins in Roman taverns and Anglo-Saxon alehouses through to the modern era. H. A. Monckton traces the pub's central role in English life, illustrating how it served not merely as a place of refreshment but as a hub of commerce, politics, and community across the centuries. Written with an authoritative yet accessible tone, the narrative details the changing laws, brewing traditions, and social customs that shaped the institution, painting a vivid portrait of English society through the lens of its most beloved gathering place. Monckton also uncovers the fascinating characters — landlords, brewers, and regulars alike — who gave each era of pub culture its distinctive flavour. An essential read for anyone passionate about English heritage, social history, or the enduring traditions of the British inn.