A delightful little book for week-enders young or old, guest or host, married or single, discreet or adventurous.
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"'This book is encyclopaedic proof of the richness of life' The Times 'A charming, invaluable guide to weekend fun across the UK' Evening Standard 'With our recent realisation that all things rural are, in fact, where it's at, The Weekend Book has returned to the Booksellers in a most timely manner' Good for Nothing 'A ripping good read' Clarissa Dickson Wright, Country Life"
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The Week-End Book was first published by the Nonesuch Press in June 1924. With various editions and altercations, it was reprinted in England nineteen times. In criticism of its commercial success, Virginia Woolf once commented, "The Hogart Press may not make any money but at least we did not publish The Week-End Book."
From how to forecast the weather, make a campfire, or make your own paper cups, to suggestions for games to play in the country and the potential damages (legal and medical) that might result, The Week-End Book offers essential advice for anyone on making the most of their precious leisure time. In addition, The Week-End Book contains a thoughtful selection of poetry that can be fully enjoyed in the peace of the countryside. Portable and practical, The Week-End Book is the perfect recipe for successful weekend living.
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26 of 27 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I first came across this little gem in England last year. I picked it up in a used bookstore and took it along on a family trip through Ireland. What a smart move. This book offers many diversions for a weekend out of the city and an extended visit to the country. Filled with games and puzzles as well as sections on animal tracks and birdsongs this book has a little something for everyone.
I was so happy when I learned that The Weekend Book was being reissued. I'd been searching for other used copies to give as gifts (talk about the perfect gift to give to your hosts...) but they were expensive. This is the perfect gift and it's under 20 dollars (and even cheaper here on Amazon).
Oh, and did I mention that it is beautiful to look at as well?
I was so happy when I learned that The Weekend Book was being reissued. I'd been searching for other used copies to give as gifts (talk about the perfect gift to give to your hosts...) but they were expensive. This is the perfect gift and it's under 20 dollars (and even cheaper here on Amazon).
Oh, and did I mention that it is beautiful to look at as well?
24 of 25 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I can't recommend this book highly enough, especially now that the glory of the summer weekend is upon us. Unlike something like Schott's Miscellany, this collection is actually filled with things worth knowing (the constellation, guides to birdsong, parlor games, etc.) and aside from being a useful book to have with you on vacation, it's also a fascinating look into the early 20th century world of P.G. Wodehouse and Agatha Christie, and it's written with the same dry british wit.
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
A boyfriend gave my mother a copy of this in 1936.
She's still reading it, reciting the Shakespeare sonnets, consulting it on astronomy and giggling at the very witty Britty hate poems.
There are games and recipes.
It is an instruction manual on how to live life outside video games. What a concept.
She's still reading it, reciting the Shakespeare sonnets, consulting it on astronomy and giggling at the very witty Britty hate poems.
There are games and recipes.
It is an instruction manual on how to live life outside video games. What a concept.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
A 1924 iPod.
I don't know how many of these I've bought. It's small, quirky, endlessly fascinating and attractive. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Doro
Great read for those in transition
I purchased this book after the heartbreaking loss of a dear friend. It was a gentle interesting way to take my mind off the grief. Read more
Published on August 21, 2009 by G. White
A good companion for a weekend either for solitude or sharing
This is the anti-TV approach to weekend entertainment.
I won't judge this book harshly as we picked up our copy for less than $4. Read more
I won't judge this book harshly as we picked up our copy for less than $4. Read more
Published on July 25, 2008 by Jared Castle
"games, recipes, bird-spotting information, first-aid instructions,...
So "The New York Times" reviewed this offbeat mini encyclopedia that was a best seller in England between 1924 and 1955. Read more
Published on June 22, 2008 by Robert C. Ross
Martha Stewart style book
This book is a good gift for a friend who is Martha Stewart-esque. It has high style look in hard cover. Read more
Published on December 15, 2007 by Katherine A. Demaree
Great gift!
I bought this as a gift for someone who had let me use their vacation home. They loved it! It's so very clever and funny that it just sucks you in--hard to put down! Read more
Published on September 5, 2006 by K. Fletcher
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