Classic Stout and Porter by Roger Protz
Devoted to the subject of stout and porter, from its world renaissance to its history (it was first brewed in London in the early-18th century). This book profiles every variety worldwide. There is much on the culture of stout including literary celebrations by James Joyce and Flann O'Brien to cocktails and recipes for cooking with stout. Over 300 beers are covered in a gazetteer of breweries, brewpubs and beers.