Public House
A cultural and social history of the London pub
Book • 2021
This book tells the story of London through its pubs, from medieval alehouses to modern micropubs.
It explores themes such as architecture, music, LGBTQ+ history, and migration, highlighting the pub's role in civic life.
The book features contributions from various voices, including architects, musicians, and politicians, and is filled with original drawings, photography, and archival material.
It explores themes such as architecture, music, LGBTQ+ history, and migration, highlighting the pub's role in civic life.
The book features contributions from various voices, including architects, musicians, and politicians, and is filled with original drawings, photography, and archival material.
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Recommended by Edwin Heathcote for its comprehensive look at the social and cultural history of London pubs.
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