342793
9780788181238
Out of Stock
The item you're looking for is currently unavailable.
A stunning selection of color posters to advertise Scotch & Irish whiskies from the turn of the century. There are over 70 colorful, quirky & humorous images ranging from famous brands such as Bells, Jamesons & Glenfiddich to long forgotten blends. 3-times winner of the Glenfiddich Whisky Writer of the Year Award, Murray provides an illuminating intro. that traces the origins of the whisky industry from its beginnings to its position as a refined drink for all classes by the start of the 20th century. Each poster has a witty & informative caption telling the story of the whisky company that commissioned it & giving glimpses of the period's social history.Murray, Jim is the author of 'Art of Whisky A Deluxe Blend of Whisky Posters from the Public Record Office U.K' with ISBN 9780788181238 and ISBN 0788181238.
[read more]