Liquid Pleasures: A Social History of Drinks in Modern Britain

by John Burnett

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Drinking has always meant much more than satisfying the thirst. Drinking can be a necessity, a comfort, an indulgence or a social activity.
Liquid Pleasures is an engrossing study of the social history of drinks in Britain from the late seventeenth century to the present. From the first cup of tea at breakfast to mid-morning coffee, to an eveining beer and a 'night-cap', John Burnett discusses individual drinks and drinking patterns which have...

Format:Hardcover

Language:English

ISBN:0415131812

ISBN13:9780415131810

Release Date:July 1999

Publisher:Routledge

Length:262 Pages

Weight:1.20 lbs.

Dimensions:0.6" x 6.1" x 9.2"

Related Subjects

Cooking Cultural Drinks & Beverages England Europe History Holiday Cooking Politics & Social Sciences Social Science Social Sciences World

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