The New World Guide to Beer

by Michael Jackson

Large hardcover book

Genres: Beer, Nonfiction, Reference, Food, Cooking, History

Hardcover

First published January 1, 1977

About the author

Librarian Note: There is more than one author by this name in the Goodreads database.

Michael James Jackson (27 March 1942 – 30 August 2007) was an English writer and journalist. He was the author of many influential books about beer and whisky.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael...

Reviews

[West Hartford Public Library · Rating 4 out of 5]

This classic guide encourages people to elevate their beer drinking to the same degree usually reserved for fine wine. Writing about of the history and ingredients of beer Jackson shows us that “Beer deserves to be treated as a civilized drink; it may even have been the cause of civilization.'' Michael Jackson (died August 30, 2007), was a trailblazing and very influential beer writer and journalist.

[John Hubbard · Rating 4 out of 5]

Beautiful in pictures and words.

[Hal Brodsky · Rating 3 out of 5]

Historically important book, but dated

[Jon · Rating 4 out of 5]

First read this when I was getting into beer from the library. I was glad very recently (August '09) to treat myself to a copy of this book from Powell's. I'm sure many of the beers and places have drastically changed in the 20 years since this book was published, but still the variety of beer and the obvious enjoyment Michael Jackson took in them is evident.

[Peter · Rating 3 out of 5]

Somewhat out of date now I'm afraid, and not his best. This is more of a beer tour book, but not in the convenient "Moon Handbook" style. A large format coffee-table book does not fit well into a backpack.

[Sagely · Rating 4 out of 5]

A great introduction to the immense world of beer, circa the late 1980s. I can't decided if I gained more knowledge from this coffeetable volume or more appreciation for what's in my glass. I'd be happy to re-read many portions of this TNWGB.

[Paul Young · Rating 4 out of 5]

Like most guides, the details were solid at the time of publishing and become dated over time. I could see using this as a reference when planning a trip.

Good pictures and illustrations, including beer labels, breweries, and brewers. I wish the labels were presented in their true colors.

[Michael W. · Rating 5 out of 5]

A valuable book for any beer lover.

[Pilar · Rating 4 out of 5]

Really well written. Really.

[Bill Lenoir · Rating 5 out of 5]

The one book that will make you smart about beer and give you good ideas as to what to try next.