Open Daily: 10am - 10pm | Alley door pickup 10am - 7pm 3038 Hennepin Ave Minneapolis, MN
612-822-4611

  • Open Daily: 10am - 10pm
    Alley-side Pickup: 10am - 7pm

    3038 Hennepin Ave Minneapolis, MN
    612-822-4611

Open Daily: 10am - 10pm | Alley-side Pickup: 10am - 7pm
3038 Hennepin Ave Minneapolis, MN
612-822-4611
Cider: A Poem In Two Books; With Notes Provincial, Historical And Classical

Cider: A Poem In Two Books; With Notes Provincial, Historical And Classical

Philips, John
Dunster, Charles

Hardcover

Literary CriticismFiction AnthologiesGeneral Poetry

ISBN10: 1163695289
ISBN13: 9781163695289
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 198
Weight: 1.02
Height: 0.63 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Cider: A Poem In Two Books; With Notes Provincial, Historical And Classical is a literary work by John Philips that explores the history and cultural significance of cider. The book is divided into two parts, each containing a poem that celebrates the virtues of cider and its place in English society. In the first book, Philips discusses the process of making cider and its various uses, including as a refreshing drink and as a source of sustenance for farmers and laborers. He also explores the social and cultural importance of cider, particularly in rural communities, where it is often a central part of social gatherings and celebrations.The second book delves into the history of cider, tracing its origins back to ancient times and exploring its evolution over the centuries. Philips also examines the various types of cider produced in different regions of England and the cultural traditions associated with each.Throughout the book, Philips provides detailed notes that offer additional context and insight into the history and cultural significance of cider. These notes draw on a variety of sources, including provincial dialects, historical records, and classical literature.Overall, Cider: A Poem In Two Books; With Notes Provincial, Historical And Classical is a fascinating exploration of the history, cultural significance, and enduring appeal of cider in English society. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of food and drink, as well as for lovers of poetry and literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

1 different editions

Also available

Also in

Fiction Anthologies

View All