The smalltown punks are imprisoned by the accident of birth in a boring universe they have no desire to occupy. The only way out is to manufacture drama for themselves - a strangeloop kind of drama, feeding back on itself, bouncing off whitewashed walls & homely Coca-Cola signs down dead-end streets backed by manicured lawns & picket fences.

Written as an introduction to the science of brewing and beer fermentation, this book provides an up-to-date overview of the science behind the various operations involved in the making of beer. Various subject-matter experts contribute their knowledge and unique perspectives on the most important topics in brewing, appealing to all readers wishing to expand their understanding of the chemical, microbiological and business aspects of brewery operation, with particular emphasis on the craft industry.