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100 1 _aTomlin, G. A.
245 1 0 _aPubs: A Collection of Hotel, Inn, and Tavern Signs in Great Britain and Ireland :
_bto Which Are Added a Few Foreign Café Signs
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2014
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2014-03-08
508 _aProduced 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)
520 _a"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.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aInn signs -- Great Britain
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/45077
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