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Green Men & White Swans

- The Folklore of British Pub Names

About Green Men & White Swans

And why does the Green Man come in different shapes and sizes?In Green Men & White Swans, leading folklorist Jacqueline Simpson explores the fascinating stories behind pub names, uncovering the myths and legends, euphemisms and wordplays, heroes and even ghosts that have inspired pub landlords over the centuries.

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  • Language:
  • English
  • ISBN:
  • 9780099520177
  • Binding:
  • Paperback
  • Pages:
  • 368
  • Published:
  • June 2, 2011
  • Dimensions:
  • 130x200x3 mm.
  • Weight:
  • 341 g.
Delivery: 1-2 weeks
Expected delivery: July 21, 2024

Description of Green Men & White Swans

And why does the Green Man come in different shapes and sizes?In Green Men & White Swans, leading folklorist Jacqueline Simpson explores the fascinating stories behind pub names, uncovering the myths and legends, euphemisms and wordplays, heroes and even ghosts that have inspired pub landlords over the centuries.

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