Home Games And Parties (1898)

By Mrs. Hamilton Mott and Sarah Tyson Heston Rorer

Book Overview

Home Games and Parties is a book written by Mrs. Hamilton Mott in 1898, which provides a comprehensive guide to hosting games and parties at home. The book is divided into two parts, the first part focusing on games and the second part on parties.In the first part, Mrs. Mott provides detailed instructions on how to organize and play a variety of indoor and outdoor games, including card games, board games, parlor games, and outdoor sports. The games are suitable for all ages and skill levels, and the instructions are easy to follow.In the second part, Mrs. Mott offers advice on how to plan and host successful parties, including dinner parties, tea parties, and children's parties. She provides tips on everything from invitations and decorations to menu planning and entertainment.Throughout the book, Mrs. Mott emphasizes the importance of good manners and proper etiquette, stressing that a successful party or game night depends on the host's ability to make guests feel welcome and comfortable. Home Games and Parties is a valuable resource for anyone looking to entertain at home and is a fascinating glimpse into the social customs and practices of the late 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104204312
• ISBN13: 9781104204310
• Release Date: March 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 200 Pages
• Weight: 1.03 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"