Dickensian Inns & Taverns

By B. W. (Bertram Waldrom) Matz

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Step back in time to explore the watering holes that shaped Victorian society, revealing the hidden stories within the walls of Dickens's most beloved novels.

Genres

Culture/Civilization/Society History - British Literature

Released

2013-06-10

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Summary

"Dickensian Inns & Taverns" by B. W. Matz is a historical journey into the heart of 19th-century England, viewed through the lens of Charles Dickens's novels. The book examines the diverse inns and taverns that populate Dickens's stories, revealing how these places were essential to understanding the social fabric of the time. From bustling coaching inns to cozy local pubs, the book emphasizes these establishments served as more than just settings; they actively shaped the lives and experiences of Dickens's characters. Matz illuminates how these inns reflect the spirit of the coaching era and Dickens's own romantic vision of travel and hospitality in a bygone era.