Overview
Research carried out during the last quarter of the 20th century has permitted us to re-think the way in which some ancient civilizations went about their beer production. There have also been some highly innovative technical developments, many of which have led to the sophistication and efficiency of 21st-century brewing methodology. This comprehensive account of the history of beer covers a time-span of around 8000 years, stimulating the reader to consider how, and why, the first fermented beverages might have originated. It also establishes some of the parameters that encompass the diverse range of alcoholic beverages assigned the generic name ""beer"" and considers the possible means of dissemination of early brewing technologies from their Near Eastern origins. The study is aimed at a wide readership, particularly beer enthusiasts, however the use of quotations and references associated with them should enable the serious scholar to delve into this subject in even greater depth.
Full Product Details
Author: Ian S Hornsey (Nethergate Brewery, UK)
Publisher: Royal Society of Chemistry
Imprint: Royal Society of Chemistry
Volume: v. 34
Dimensions:
Width: 18.90cm
, Height: 3.80cm
, Length: 24.60cm
Weight: 1.190kg
ISBN: 9780854046300
ISBN 10: 0854046305
Pages: 760
Publication Date: 22 December 2003
Audience:
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College/higher education
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Professional and scholarly
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General
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Undergraduate
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: In Print
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Reviews
... fascinating ... -- New Scientist, 10 April 2004, p 52 New Scientist A welcome addition to the beer enthusiast's library and a point of contact for a wider readership. -- Ambix 16 September 2005 (Ray Anderson) Ambix If you only have room for one book on brewing, historical or otherwise, on your shelves then buy this one. -- Microbiology Today, Vol.31, August 2004 (Ray Anderson) Microbiology Today I fully recommend this book to any-one interested in brewing. -- Chemistry & Industry, 18 October 2004 (Professor Graham Stewart) Chemistry and Industry Likely the best book on beer I have ever read...trustworthy completeness. This is the best history I have encountered to date. -- Beer Blog, 12th December 2006 (Alan (Ontario)) Beer Blog
... fascinating ... -- New Scientist, 10 April 2004, p 52 New Scientist A welcome addition to the beer enthusiast's library and a point of contact for a wider readership. -- Ambix 16 September 2005 (Ray Anderson) Ambix If you only have room for one book on brewing, historical or otherwise, on your shelves then buy this one. -- Microbiology Today, Vol.31, August 2004 (Ray Anderson) Microbiology Today I fully recommend this book to any-one interested in brewing. -- Chemistry & Industry, 18 October 2004 (Professor Graham Stewart) Chemistry and Industry Likely the best book on beer I have ever read...trustworthy completeness. This is the best history I have encountered to date. -- Beer Blog, 12th December 2006 (Alan (Ontario)) Beer Blog
... fascinating ... New Scientist, 10 April 2004, p 52 Likely the best book on beer I have ever read...trustworthy completeness. This is the best history I have encountered to date. Beer Blog, 12th December 2006 (Alan (Ontario)) A welcome addition to the beer enthusiast's library and a point of contact for a wider readership. Ambix 16 September 2005 (Ray Anderson) If you only have room for one book on brewing, historical or otherwise, on your shelves then buy this one. Microbiology Today, Vol.31, August 2004 (Ray Anderson) I fully recommend this book to any-one interested in brewing. Chemistry & Industry, 18 October 2004 (Professor Graham Stewart) ... This book will fill a sizable gap on the book shelves of all those interested in the history of brewing prior to the MMC report and will provide the reader with countless gems of information with which to amaze beer drinkers and brewers. What's Brewing, May 2004
... fascinating ... -- New Scientist, 10 April 2004, p 52 New Scientist A welcome addition to the beer enthusiast's library and a point of contact for a wider readership. -- Ambix 16 September 2005 (Ray Anderson) Ambix If you only have room for one book on brewing, historical or otherwise, on your shelves then buy this one. -- Microbiology Today, Vol.31, August 2004 (Ray Anderson) Microbiology Today I fully recommend this book to any-one interested in brewing. -- Chemistry & Industry, 18 October 2004 (Professor Graham Stewart) Chemistry and Industry Likely the best book on beer I have ever read...trustworthy completeness. This is the best history I have encountered to date. -- Beer Blog, 12th December 2006 (Alan (Ontario)) Beer Blog ... fascinating ... A welcome addition to the beer enthusiast's library and a point of contact for a wider readership. If you only have room for one book on brewing, historical or otherwise, on your shelves then buy this one. I fully recommend this book to any-one interested in brewing. Likely the best book on beer I have ever read...trustworthy completeness. This is the best history I have encountered to date.
