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Author:
Tinniswood, Adrian, author.
Title:
The house party : a short history of leisure, pleasure and the country house weekend / Adrian Tinniswood.
Publisher:
Faber & Faber,
Copyright Date:
2019
Description:
xii, 132 pages, 8 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations ; 20 cm.
Subject:
Country homes--Great Britain--History--20th century.
Entertaining--Great Britain--History--20th century.
Leisure--Great Britain--History--20th century.
Great Britain--Social life and customs--20th century.
Notes:
Includes bibliographical references.
Contents:
Introduction in stately conclave met -- Early arrivals -- Who to ask -- Making an entrance -- Meat and drink -- Playing the field -- Games people play -- Home thoughts -- No such undertaking -- Aftermath -- Notes -- Acknowledgements -- Photo credits.
Summary:
A delightful journey through the glamorous story of the English country house party by the bestselling historian. Croquet. Parlour games. Cocktails. Welcome to a glorious journey through the golden age of the country house party - and you are invited.
ISBN:
0571350968
9780571350964
Locations:
CAPH522 -- Iowa City Public Library (Iowa City)

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