Gorham, Maurice
Back to the Local
- ISBN 13:
- 9780571386987
- author:
- Gorham, Maurice
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Faber & Faber
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2024
- Pages:
- 144
- Dimensions:
- 13.1 x 19.7 x 0.8 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Social Sciences, Popular Culture,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 6 working days
Description
Back to the Local is a nostalgic ramble around the post-war pubs of London, taking the reader on a journey through the familiar surroundings of the Saloon Lounge, Saloon Bar and Public Bar, as well as the lesser-known Jug-And-Bottle Bar. With its dark wood, dark corners and dark beer, this is a fascinating exploration of the local hostelry as it was in the 1940s.
Our genial guide introduces the reader to The Regulars and Barmaids Old and New, and shares stories of 'lost' drinks such as 'The Mother-in-Law' or 'The Snort'. With its charming illustrations and index of London taverns that are largely still open, this book is a detailed study of life in London pubs.
A love letter to the London pub, Back to the Local is a wonderful chance to roam the pubs of forties London with a guide at our shoulder who knows every nook and cranny. Perfect for anyone interested in history, social history or popular culture, this book is a must-have for anyone looking to explore the pubs of a bygone era.
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