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Naturia, and propellerhead, each beer full of as much character as the story behind each one. By jonathan hennessey, mike smith, aaron mcconnell, aaron mcconnell illustrator. Beer and comic books may or may not be an ideal combination, but reading the new book from ten speed press, the comic book story of beer, its clear they go very well together writer jonathan hennessey and artist aaron mcconnell have a reputation for making nonfiction historical graphic novels, having previously collaborated on the gettysburg address. The compatibility of comics and beer can be seen in my parents basement. The comic book story of beer is a graphic novel for beer nerds this fullcolor graphic novel depicts the last 9,000 years of beer historyfrom the payment of egyptian pyramid builders in beer up to the current craft beer movement. But why do we actually talk about brewing and drinking in germany so often. The brewery will announce more can artwork updates in coming months. The series tells the story of a brewer in munster who creates such a fantastic beer that he raises the ire of the rice king, who transports him to a different dimension. The centuriesold evolution of beer is a story best told through pictures. Featuring a comic book wall, owner mike creas personal collectibles, and of course. A chronicle of the worlds favorite beverage from 7000 bc to todays craft brewing revolution gia r. The comic book story of beer creators brew up a refreshing. A selection of 28 of the best beer books for gifts or yourself. Guzzling 9,000 years of history with the comic book story of beer.
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