In 'Not Just Beer and Bingo A Social History of Working Men's Clubs', Ruth Cherrington traces the history of working men's clubs from their mid-19th origins to their current state of declining popularity and numbers. This book is a unique and comprehensive account of a social movement that has provided companionship, education, recreation and a great deal of pleasure to working class communities for over 150 years. All aspects of club life are covered here in a highly readable, often funny, but sometimes poignant manner. At all times, Ruth Cherrington maintains a scholarly approach, drawing...
In 'Not Just Beer and Bingo A Social History of Working Men's Clubs', Ruth Cherrington traces the history of working men's clubs from their mid-19th ...
