The holiday round by A. A. Milne
"The Holiday Round" by A. A. Milne is a humorous collection of short stories and writings published in the early 20th century. The book captures the leisure activities and whimsical explorations of a group of friends during their holiday escapades, prominently featuring characters like the witty Archie, the obstinate Holbein, and the charming Myra. Through a series of comedic situations, it explores themes of friendship, sport, and the amusing trials of holiday
life. The opening of "The Holiday Round" introduces readers to the lively dynamics among a group of friends as they navigate the perils of early morning swims and discussions about cricket and boating. The character interactions are filled with playful banter, as Archie attempts to coax Holbein out of bed for a swim, leading to humorous objections and reflections on the nature of early rising. As the group prepares for a day of leisure, the dialogue is peppered with light-hearted commentary on the absurdities of their holiday activities, setting up a charming narrative filled with wit and camaraderie. This opening sets the tone for a delightful romp through the experiences of relatable characters, promising laughter and insight. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Milne, A. A. (Alan Alexander), 1882-1956 |
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| Title | The holiday round |
| Note | Reading ease score: 85.0 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Contents | Holiday time -- The house-warming -- At play -- Two stories -- An odd lot -- Little plays for amateurs -- A chapter of accidents -- Stories of successful lives -- A few friends -- Epilogue. |
| Credits | Produced by Charles Aldarondo |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Humorous stories, English |
| Subject | Short stories, English |
| Subject | English fiction -- 20th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 5675 |
| Release Date | May 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Dec 29, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 102 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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