Description

Includes stories The Day's Play, The Holiday Round, Once a Week, and The Sunny Side

Synopsis

Title: Those Were The Days
Author/Publisher: A. A. Milne (Methuen)
Publication Year: 1936
Format: Hardcover collection of four works

A. A. Milne is perhaps best known globally for his timeless tales of Winnie-the-Pooh, yet his literary output for adult readers was extensive and highly regarded. This 1936 Third Edition, "Those Were The Days," collects four of Milne's early non-fiction works, originally published between 1910 and 1921. It offers readers a fascinating insight into the author's perceptive mind and distinctive style, long before the Hundred Acre Wood captured imaginations.

Comprising "The Day's Play," "The Holiday Round," "Once a Week," and "The Sunny Side," this volume gathers essays and sketches that first appeared in the celebrated British magazine *Punch*. Milne, a prolific contributor and Assistant Editor, masterfully chronicled the subtle absurdities and simple pleasures of Edwardian and inter-war British life. His observations range from witty domestic anecdotes to thoughtful social commentary, all delivered with his characteristic light touch and gentle humour.

• The Holiday Round: A delightful series of vignettes from 1912, often focusing on leisure, travel, and the humorous escapades of family life.
• Once a Week: Published in 1914, this collection further exhibits Milne's talent for reflective essays and satirical sketches, capturing the spirit of contemporary British society.
• The Sunny Side: Dating from 1921, these essays are noted for their engaging personal narratives and warm, understated humour, reflecting a more mature phase of Milne's essay writing.

For collectors and enthusiasts of A. A. Milne, this vintage hardcover offers a compelling opportunity to explore the lesser-known, yet equally charming, facets of his literary genius. It stands as a testament to his versatility as a writer beyond children's literature, providing an authentic and engaging portrait of early 20th-century British life through the eyes of a master humorist and essayist.

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