The Every-day Book and Table Book, v. 1 (of 3) by William Hone
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Hone, William, 1780-1842
English
"The Every-Day Book, and Table Book" by William Hone is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This work serves as a comprehensive calendar, detailing various customs, ceremonies, events, and pastimes associated with each day of the year, weaving together a rich tapestry of social history. Its intent is to catalog and celebrate the...
content. At the start of the volume, the author outlines the purpose and structure of the work, emphasizing that it offers a daily reflection on historical events, popular amusements, and distinct customs tied to the calendar. Hone presents January as the first month, focusing on its cold characteristics and the mythology surrounding its name, Janus, while highlighting important festivities such as New Year's Day. He touches on various historical references and anecdotes that illustrate how people in different cultures celebrated the start of the year, enriching the narrative with poetic quotations and engaging observations about past practices. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Anthony Anderson
4 months agoFor a digital edition, it creates a vivid world that you simply do not want to leave. A true masterpiece of its kind.
Melissa Ramirez
3 weeks agoOnce I started reading, the writing style is poetic but not overly flowery. It is definitely a 5-star read from me.
Ethan Taylor
1 month agoMake no mistake, the formatting of this PDF is flawless and easy to read on any device. I couldn't put it down until the very end.
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Nancy Carter
4 months agoI have to admit, the plot twists are genuinely surprising without feeling cheap or forced. I'm sending the link to all my friends.