by Gary Kirsner
The most detailed book ever written about beer steins. 2700 steins illustrated, including 238 steins in color. Chapters cover Faience, Glass, Character, Regimental, Porcelain, Early Stoneware, Pottery, Pewter, Brewery, Art Nouveau, Mettlach, and non-Mettlach etched, as well as Unusual Materials, including Silver, Ivory and Wood. Also chapters devoted to Military, Occupational, Modern Brewery, and Modern Era steins. History, factory marks and production information. Hardcover, 384 pages, 8.5" x 11", with 32 color pages. $39.95 (plus $6.00 shipping). Total $45.95.