Pubs: A Collection of Hotel, Inn, and Tavern Signs in Great Britain and Ireland
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About this eBook
| Compiler | Tomlin, G. A. |
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| LoC No. | 23011751 |
| Title |
Pubs: A Collection of Hotel, Inn, and Tavern Signs in Great Britain and Ireland to Which Are Added a Few Foreign Café Signs |
| Note | Reading ease score: 41.0 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Chris Curnow and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Summary | "Pubs: A Collection of Hotel, Inn, and Tavern Signs in Great Britain and Ireland" is a historical compilation written in the early 20th century. This work, compiled by G. A. Tomlin, catalogs an extensive range of pub and tavern signs, offering a glimpse into British culture through the names that adorn these establishments. The book explores various themes, including the agricultural, historical, and whimsical, with each sign reflecting local heritage and identity. The beginning of this compilation introduces the concept of the book, expressing gratitude from the compiler for the collections and knowledge shared by others, alongside a charming foreword that highlights the quirky and imaginative nature of pub names. Following this, a detailed table of contents sets the stage for an organized discussion of numerous categories of pub signs, ranging from agricultural to ecclesiastical, showcasing the diverse terminology and themes found in the names of British hospitality institutions. The opening sections list dozens of examples, inviting readers to explore the cultural significance and local lore associated with these often-humorous or picturesque signs. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | GT: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Manners and customs |
| Subject | Inn signs -- Great Britain |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 45077 |
| Release Date | Mar 8, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 82 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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