num_pages: 324
description: Frustrated by a dead end job fed up with renting and the loathsome daily commute and to cap it all failing to make it as a stand-up comedian Tommy Barnes was at breaking point. But he didn t break - instead he made himself redundant and took off to France with girlfriend Rose to pursue his dream of brewing beer. Settled in a dilapidated house in the Loire they are beset by calamities (mainly of Tommy s making) mad neighbours and an unexpected pregnancy. Not to mention Burt the Satanic dog who truly has it in for his master. Featuring colourful characters a stunning location a collection of beer recipes this is an irresistible feast of humour and heart.
language: English
title: A Beer In The Loire: One Family's Quest To Brew British Beer In French Wine Country
publisher: Muswell Press