Social Amusements: Or Holidays At Aunt Adela's Cottage (1842)

By Jean Pierre Brès

Book Overview

Social Amusements: Or Holidays At Aunt Adela�������s Cottage is a book written by Jean Pierre Bres and published in 1842. The book is a collection of short stories that revolve around the theme of social gatherings and the various amusements that people engage in during such occasions. The main setting of the stories is Aunt Adela's cottage, where the characters come together to enjoy each other's company and participate in various games and activities. The book is written in a light-hearted and humorous style, with a focus on the social customs and manners of the time. The characters are depicted as being from different social classes, and their interactions provide insight into the social dynamics of the era. The stories cover a range of topics, including picnics, dances, card games, and other forms of entertainment. Overall, Social Amusements: Or Holidays At Aunt Adela�������s Cottage is a charming and entertaining book that provides a glimpse into the social life of the mid-19th century. It is a valuable resource for those interested in the history of social customs and traditions, as well as those looking for a light and enjoyable read.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: 112086643X
• ISBN13: 9781120866431
• Release Date: January 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 218 Pages
• Weight: 0.66 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"