A BOOK ABOUT PUB NAMES - the history of Britain as told through its pub signs

by Elaine Saunders

A BOOK ABOUT PUB NAMES - the history of Britain as told through its pub signs by Elaine Saunders (Book) in History
Copyright: © 2008  Standard Copyright License
Language: English
Country: United Kingdom
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Many a good yarn is spun across a bar and there can be few more interesting than the legend, lore and, often, downright lies behind the names of Britain’s pubs.

Every town has a Rose & Crown and Rising Sun but how did these names originate? Who were the Wicked Lady, the Marquis of Granby and the Green Man? And what on earth is a Crooked Billet?

A BOOK ABOUT PUB NAMES takes an in depth look at hundreds of Britain's most popular signs, telling the religious, royal or scandalous stories behind them.

Over 100 illustrations,dozens of links to related websites, chapters on the origins of pubs, old drinking measures and pub trades, make this e-book is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in British or brewing history.

NEW READER REVIEW - You have no idea how much I enjoyed your book...the history of it all was amazing.

See also SIGNS FROM THE SPIRIT WORLD, a free download on pub signs

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Book about pub names [ No Rating ] 13 Feb 2008
This book was fascinating and should appeal to anyone with an interest in history as well as those with an interest in public houses! Dividing the pub name chapters with more overarching information made for easy reading and set the book in context.The chapter on kings and queens at the end of the book was an informative added bonus with a comprehensive royal family tree for added interest.I would definitely recommend it.

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