The Meaning of Beer: How Beer Made Us

Explore the fascinating world of beer with "The Meaning of Beer: The Surprising Story of how Beer Made Us", penned by award-winning beer writer Jonny Garrett. Available now for £6.80, a significant saving from its previous price of £16.99, this book dives into the history and impact of beer on society and culture.

Key features include:

• A historical perspective on beer's role from religious rites to architectural feats.
• Insight into how beer influenced key historical events, from Egypt’s pyramid builders to Germany’s political landscape.
• Amazing discoveries tied to beer, like the invention of the fridge and bacteria identification.

Garrett takes readers on a journey to renowned beer locations such as Munich during Oktoberfest, Carlsberg Brewery, and the Budweiser home in St Louis. Even lesser-known spots like a 5,000-year-old Egyptian brewery and the world's most northerly pub in Arctic Svalbard are covered. This book highlights how beer isn't just an invention we've created but a substance that has, in turn, shaped our world.

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