The Flowing Bowl A Treatise on Drinks of All Kinds and of All Periods, Interspersed with Sundry Anecdotes and Reminiscences

** "The Flowing Bowl" by Edward Spencer is a journey through the history and culture of drinks. It's like a time machine that takes you back to ancient times while serving up stories and customs of drinking habits. The author starts with a funny introduction to get you smiling and keeps things light-hearted while exploring how different societies have enjoyed their drinks over the centuries. Famous people and their drinking habits take centre stage, mixing together fun stories with insights into how drinks and society are interlinked, all while keeping the tone friendly so you can easily go back in time and learn about how drinks have influenced societies. **