Back to the Local by Maurice Gorham 9491567116586

Back to the Local
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Step into the heart of London's vibrant pub culture with Back to the Local by Maurice Gorham, a captivating exploration that has been acclaimed as 'perhaps the most charming and evocative tome ever penned on the English pub' by Slightly Foxed. This delightful book serves as your gateway to a nostalgic era, immersing you in the post-war drinking establishments that shaped the social landscape of the 1940s.

With Gorham as your amiable guide, you’ll traverse dark wood-paneled interiors and shadowy corners, meeting a lively cast of characters who breathe life into pub culture. Highlights include:

  • The Regulars: Their heartwarming and humorous stories enrich the narrative.
  • Barmaids Old and New: Offering a unique perspective on daily life behind the bar.
  • Familiar Haunts: Explore the Saloon Lounge and Public Bar, alongside hidden treasures like the Jug-And-Bottle Bar, where eager patrons queue for takeaway ale.

Unearth forgotten tipples such as The Mother-in-Law and The Snort, painting a vibrant picture of 1940s drinking culture. Recognized as one of the 'Best Summer Books of 2024' by the Financial Times, Back to the Local is not only a compelling narrative but also serves as 'both a historical document and a time capsule,' according to the Irish Independent.

This special edition features a fold-out map highlighting the pubs still in operation today, complemented by a new preface from Robert Elms. As noted by author Andy Miller, this book 'glows like the logs on an open fire,' inviting readers to curl up and delve into a truly enchanting read.

Product Information

ISBN: 9780571386987
Author: Maurice Gorham
Format: Paperback / softback
Imprint: Faber & Faber
Illustrator: Ardizzone, Edward
Publisher: Faber & Faber
Dimensions: 88 x 89 x 3 mm
Publication Date: 06 June, 2024
Pagination: 144 pages
Weight: 152g
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This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.

We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.

Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’

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Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.

This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.

We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.

Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’

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