Original Charades (1895)

By: Briggs, Le Baron Russell

Book Overview

Original Charades is a book written by Le Baron Russell Briggs and first published in 1895. It is a collection of charades, which are word puzzles that involve guessing a word or phrase based on a series of clues or actions. The book contains over 200 charades, each with a unique theme and set of clues. Some of the charades are designed to be acted out, while others are meant to be solved through verbal clues or riddles. The book is intended for use at parties or other social gatherings, where players can take turns acting out or guessing the charades. It is a classic example of a Victorian-era parlor game, and provides a glimpse into the types of entertainment that were popular in the late 19th century. Overall, Original Charades is a fun and challenging book that offers a unique and entertaining way to pass the time with friends and family.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: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166569071
• ISBN13: 9781166569075
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 86 Pages
• Weight: 0.28 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"