The Last Landlady - An English Memoir

Laura Thompson

Sinossi

Laura Thompson's grandmother Violet was one of the great landladies. Born in a London pub, she became the first woman to be given a publican's licence in her own name. Just as pubs defined her life, she seemed in many ways to embody their essence.


Laura spent part of her childhood in Violet's Home Counties establishment, mesmerised by her gift for cultivating the mix of cosiness and glamour that defined the pub's atmosphere, making it a unique reflection of the national character. Her memories of this time are just as intoxicating: beer and ash on the carpets in the morning, the deepening rhythms of mirth at night, the magical brightness of glass behind the bar…


Through them Laura traces the story of the English pub, asking why it has occupied such a treasured position in our culture. But even Violet, as she grew older, recognised that places like hers were a dying breed, and Laura also considers the precarious future they face. 
Part memoir, part social history, part elegy,  The Last Landlady  pays tribute to an extraordinary woman and the world she epitomised. It was selected as a Spectator book of the year in 2018.

Disponibile da: 12/02/2026.

Lunghezza di stampa: 250 pagine.

Altri libri che potrebbero interessarti

Calm Your Mind: Embrace Serenity...

Silas Thornfield

Calm Your Mind: Embrace Serenity in a Crazy World 
⭐⭐ Simplified Audio Guide ⭐⭐ 
Are you looking to transform stress into serenity with practical mindfulness techniques? 
Seeking a comprehensive guide that provides all necessary elements to help you find peace in a chaotic world? 
Your search ends here! 
This guide serves as your definitive companion for deepening your understanding, applying mindfulness skills, and engaging in hands-on exercises. With this, you're geared for success in finding inner calm. 
Updated for the latest mindfulness practices and techniques. 
Key features of this enriched guide: 
- Profound insights into transforming stress into serenity with practical mindfulness 
- Detailed explanations of mindfulness concepts  
- Fruitful strategies for incorporating mindfulness into daily life 
Our guide distinguishes itself through comprehensive coverage, which is essential for your journey to inner peace. Concepts aren't merely skimmed; they are delved into with precision. 
Please note that this guide is not affiliated with any official mindfulness organization and is purely an independent resource for your benefit. 
Designed with a clear structure and easy-to-understand language, our Mindfulness Guide ensures smooth transitions between topics. Say goodbye to dense jargon and welcome clear, precise, and technically accurate content. 
So, why wait? Click the BUY NOW button, secure your guide, and begin your journey to serenity and peace!

Mostra libro

Gorgias

Plato

Embark on a captivating philosophical dialogue with "Gorgias" by Plato, now available as a thought-provoking audiobook. In this timeless work, Plato explores the nature of rhetoric, justice, and the pursuit of truth through a series of engaging conversations between Socrates and the famed rhetorician Gorgias. 
Listeners will be transported to ancient Athens as they follow Socrates' probing inquiries and incisive arguments, challenging conventional wisdom and delving into the deeper meanings behind human actions and beliefs. Through lively debate and intellectual exploration, "Gorgias" offers profound insights into the nature of persuasion, morality, and the art of living a virtuous life. 
Perfect for lovers of philosophy and rhetoric, this audiobook provides a stimulating journey through the complexities of human thought and behavior. Whether you're a seasoned scholar or a newcomer to Plato's works, "Gorgias" promises to inspire critical thinking and ignite a passion for philosophical inquiry. 
So, if you're ready to engage in a spirited dialogue that transcends time and space, start listening to "Gorgias" today and discover the enduring relevance of Plato's timeless wisdom.

Mostra libro

The Man Nobody Killed - Life...

Elon Green

“A powerful reclamation.”—AudioFileThe first comprehensive audiobook about Michael Stewart, the young Black artist and model who was the victim of a fatal assault by police in 1983, from Elon Green, the Edgar Award-winning author of Last Call.This program, read by multi Audie award-winning narrator Dion Graham, features a bonus conversation between the author and gallerist Patrick Fox, who rented Michael Stewart studio space in New York City.At twenty-five years old, Michael Stewart was a young Black aspiring artist, deejay, and model, looking to make a name for himself in the vibrant downtown art scene of the early 1980’s New York City. On September 15, 1983, he was brutally beaten by New York City Transit Authority police for allegedly tagging a 14th Street subway station wall.Witnesses reported officers beating him with billy clubs and choking him with a nightstick. Stewart arrived at Bellevue Hospital hog-tied with no heartbeat and died after thirteen days in a coma. This was, at that point, the most widely noticed act of police brutality in the city's history. The Man Nobody Killed recounts the cultural impact of Michael Stewart’s life and death.The Stewart case quickly catalyzed movements across multiple communities. It became a rallying cry, taken up by artists and singers including Madonna, Keith Haring, Spike Lee, and Jean-Michel Basquiat, tabloid legends such as Jimmy Breslin and Murray Kempton, and the pioneering local news reporter, Gabe Pressman. The Stewart family and the downtown arts community of 1980s New York demanded justice for Michael, leading to multiple investigations into the circumstances of his wrongful death.Elon Green, the Edgar Award–winning author of Last Call, presents the first comprehensive narrative account of Michael Stewart's life and killing, the subsequent court proceedings, and the artistic aftermath. In the vein of The Short and Tragic Life of Robert Peace and His Name is George Floyd, Green brings us the story of a promising life cut short and a vivid snapshot of the world surrounding this loss. A tragedy set in stark contrast against the hope, activism, and creativity of the 1980’s New York City art scene, The Man Nobody Killed serves as a poignant reminder of recurring horrors in American history and explores how, and for whom, the justice system fails.A Macmillan Audio production from Celadon Books.

Mostra libro

Gastric Band Hypnosis for Women...

Aria Mind

WIDESPREAD BELIEF: TO LOSE WEIGHT QUICKLY YOU NEED TO BE CONSTANTLY ON A DIET AND DO A LOT OF EXERCISE. FALSE! THERE IS A WAY TO LOSE MORE THAN 13 POUNDS A MONTH WITHOUT DIETING OR GOING TO THE GYM. 
This is possible thanks to gastric band hypnosis! A gastric band is a silicone device used in weight loss surgery to restrict the stomach. Gastric band hypnosis can be used to lose weight fast, without the risks of surgery. 
In this book, you will find all the self-hypnosis techniques used by the top 3 hypnotherapists in the USA, who have helped over 1,000 people to overcome emotional eating over the last 3 years, allowing them to lose an average of 13 pounds a month for the first 3 months. 
In this book, you will find:Why gastric band hypnosis can work much better than diets and exercises5 proven ways to manage cravingPractical steps to stop emotional eating with self-hypnosis in just 2 weeksHow to find the motivation you needA step-by-step guide for mindful eatingHow to change the way you look at foodThe 5 most effective gastric band hypnosis techniques, according to the top 3 US hypnotherapists 
If you eat when you are upset, stressed, or bored, then you probably suffer from emotional eating, and modern studies have shown that the best method to stop emotional eating is gastric band hypnosis. 
This book is perfect for women who are short on time. Lose weight consistently in just 30 minutes a day. 
Bonus: "Self Hypnosis for Portion Control", where you will discover the 5 best techniques to restrain yourself from overeating. 
CLICK THE "BUY NOW" BUTTON AND START TAKING BACK CONTROL OF YOUR BODY NOW!

Mostra libro

Power of Small Habits The:...

Hang Nguyen

Discover how the smallest daily actions can lead to the biggest life transformations. This practical guide reveals the science behind habit formation and shows how tiny, consistent steps can create remarkable changes in your health, productivity, relationships, and overall happiness. Drawing from neuroscience, behavioral psychology, and real-world success stories, this book provides a clear roadmap for building habits that stick. Learn how to break free from negative patterns, create effective routines, and use the compound effect of small actions to achieve your biggest goals. Through simple exercises, daily tracking methods, and actionable strategies, you'll discover how to make lasting changes that require minimal willpower but deliver maximum results. Whether you want to improve your fitness, advance your career, or enhance your mental well-being, this book proves that great things really do come from small beginnings.

Mostra libro

A Letter From Aldous Huxley to...

Aldous Huxley

In October of 1949, a few months after publication of George Orwell‘s masterpiece, Nineteen Eighty-Four, he received a letter from fellow author Aldous Huxley, a man who, 17 years previous, had seen his own nightmarish vision of society published in the form of the classic, Brave New World. What begins as a letter of praise soon becomes a brief comparison of the two novels, and an explanation as to why Huxley believes his own earlier work to be a more realistic prediction. It should be noted that in 1917, long before he wrote this letter, Aldous Huxley briefly taught Orwell French at Eton College in Berkshire.

Mostra libro