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Historic Ninepins
Hardcover
ISBN13: 9781020832949
Publisher: Legare Street Pr
Published: Jul 18 2023
Pages: 360
Weight: 1.50
Height: 0.81 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
This detailed history of the game of ninepins offers readers a fascinating glimpse into the social and cultural history of early modern Europe. From taverns and bowling alleys to the royal courts of France and England, John Timbs' work explores the role of this popular pastime in the lives of Europeans from all walks of life.
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