Brilliant! A wealth of information, packed full of facts and anecdotes. Pubs have such a rich history and atmosphere, particularly in the not so distant past. This book carefully charts some of these locals in enjoyable detail and with a sense of reverence and respect. There are some vastly different backgrounds to the pubs in question, from former hunting lodges of Henry VIII to drug dens, to hubs of the local community. I was particularly moved by the gentleman who’d been using one of them as his local for the past thirty years and who cried when he was told it was closing and I loved the tale of the pub which boasted to be the only one with a swimming pool (what could possibly go wrong there?!). Some great references to famous people too, notably musicians and the part these premises played in their bands’ creation. The only problem is that I now want to go and visit all of these boozers, with their rich tapestries of history but, of course, they’ve all ceased existing in the.. Read more
NetGalley, Helen Frost

[b]Rating[/b]: 5 out of 5 stars Very interesting book. Love my whisky and this really helped teach side of my favourite drink that I didn't know. Great gift for Xmas.
NetGalley, Karen Bull

Interesting book about the history of fishing with a lot of information about fishing in general. Amazing historical photos included!
NetGalley, Aubrey Kerr

[b]Rating[/b]: 5 out of 5 stars It was great to be able read the bio of Mrs Beeton and Mrs Marshall and to see the recipes that they used.
NetGalley, Abi Davies

[b]Rating[/b]: 5 out of 5 stars ...it was interesting to read how Tudor foods are becoming popular again in trendy, pricey restaurants and how you can make these foods at home... I loved the book for the history and (these recipes) would be a great accompaniment to any of the Philippa Gregory books if they are the focus of a book club.
NetGalley, Poppy Marlowe