Gin: The Much-lamented Death of Madam GenevaJustin, Charles & Co., 2003 - 354 Seiten This book follows gin's introduction, its rise in popularity, the prohibition and the bootleg underground, straight on through to regulation and the big businesses that still dominate the industry today. 20 illustrations. |
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