The Chequers : Being The Natural History Of A Public-House, Set Forth In A Loafer's Diary (1888)
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Overview
The Chequers is a book written by James Runciman in 1888. The book is essentially a diary of a loafer who spends a considerable amount of time at a public-house called The Chequers. The loafer observes the people who frequent the pub, their habits, their conversations, and their behavior. The book provides a detailed and vivid description of the pub, its surroundings, and the people who visit it. The loafer's observations are sharp and insightful, and he provides a unique perspective on the social dynamics of the pub. The book is an interesting and entertaining read, and it provides a fascinating glimpse into the life of a public-house in the late 19th century.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.
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- ISBN-13: 9781120735225
- ISBN-10: 112073522X
- Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
- Publish Date: November 2009
- Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.55 inches
- Shipping Weight: 0.78 pounds
- Page Count: 260
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