This vintage book contains an extensive anthology of historical drinking songs. It includes an interesting introduction, fascinating historical information, and a vast collection of complete classic drinking songs. Contents include: "Reasons for Drinking," "Back and Side go Bare, Go Bare," "A Catch in Four Parts," "Come, Landlord, Fill a Flowing Bowl," "A Health to all Good Fellows," "The Merry Fellows," "Hermit Hoar, in Solemn Cell," "With an Honest Old Friend," "Song of the Mug," "Make Me a Bowl," "Tosse the Pot," et cetera. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern edition complete with a specially commission new introduction on beer brewing.
A Tankard of Ale - an Anthology of Drinking Songs