The Every-day Book and Table Book. v. 2 (of 3) by William Hone
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| Author | Hone, William, 1780-1842 |
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| Title |
The Every-day Book and Table Book. v. 2 (of 3) or Everlasting Calendar of Popular Amusements, Sports, Pastimes, Ceremonies, Manners, Customs and Events, Incident to Each of the Three Hundred and Sixty-five Days, in past and Present Times; Forming a Complete History of the Year, Month, and Seasons, and a Perpetual Key to the Almanac |
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| Summary | "The Every-day Book and Table Book, vol. 2 (of 3)" by William Hone is a detailed collection of historical anecdotes, customs, and practical information written during the early 19th century. This work serves as an everlasting calendar encapsulating various aspects of daily life, including popular amusements, ceremonies, mannerisms, and events tied to each day of the year, aiming to preserve the richness of British cultural heritage. The opening portion of the volume introduces the structure and purpose of the work, emphasizing its role as a perpetual almanac filled with information sourced from credible references and original communications. It elaborates on the significance of the "Clog," a traditional form of an almanac, and briefly explains its function and representation of time. Additionally, Hone expresses his gratitude to his correspondents and readers, highlighting the work's reception among families and educators, while also promising to include more information in future publications. As the text transitions into specific content, it mentions January as a time for reflection and setting intentions for the year ahead, supported by poetic references to traditional customs and observations about weather, societal practices, and notable figures from history. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Great Britain -- Social life and customs |
| Subject | Days |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 53276 |
| Release Date | Oct 14, 2016 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 166 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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