Martyn Cornell obituary
Briefly

Martyn Cornell, a prominent beer historian, died suddenly at the age of 72. He published the comprehensive book Porter and Stout: A Complete History, after seven years of research, covering 300 years and 56 countries. His extensive work includes titles such as Beer: The Story of the Pint and Amber, Gold & Black. Cornell had a notable journalism career, beginning with local newspapers before contributing to major publications like The Times and The Daily Telegraph. He also created an award-winning blog, Zythophile, demonstrating his deep love for beer and extensive knowledge about its history.
Martyn Cornell's book Porter and Stout: A Complete History, which covers 300 years and 56 countries, was published just three days after his death.
He authored several notable books on beer, such as Beer: The Story of the Pint, Amber, Gold & Black, and Strange Tales of Ale, recognized for debunking myths.
With a career spanning multiple renowned newspapers, Martyn excelled as a subeditor and left an impact on the journalism world, particularly noted for his clever headlines.
Martyn's blog, Zythophile, won multiple awards and featured a diverse range of categories, emphasizing his deep passion and expertise in beer appreciation.
Read at www.theguardian.com
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