ISBN: 9781332020638 - the licensed traders' dictionary of words and terms (classic reprint): used in connection with their calling and in the controversies relating to it; ... being a technical thesaurus (classic reprint) (4 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book, first published in 1903, is a fascinating exploration of the lexicon of licensed victuallers, the controversies of the time, and the historical context of language surrounding the public house. The author traces the etymologies of hundreds of words and phrases commonly used in and around pubs, taverns, and breweries, using literary sources as diverse as Chaucer, Shakespeare, and Dickens to illustrate their usage and evolution. Insightful and entertaining, this book provides a comprehensive and engaging look at the history of language and social customs surrounding the pub. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…

Paperback. Condizione: Brand New. 66 pages. 8.90x5.94x0.24 inches. In Stock. This item is printed on demand.