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Publisher: George Redway, 1888.
Hard Cover, 632 pages, 5.50 x 7.75.
Item #1378
This 1888 first edition is one of the true classic works on English brewing lore and history. The book's subtitle reads, "...With Some Curious Particulars Concerning Ale-Wives and Brewers, Drinking-Clubs and Customs." More than 600 pages are filled with fun, fact, and fancy -- all on the subject of beer. Among the 22 chapters are "Carols And Wassail Songs," "Church Ales and Observances," "Scotch Ale Songs," "Royal and Noble Drinkers," Black Beer," "Drinking Vessels," and more.
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