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100 1 _aMilne, A. A.
_q(Alan Alexander),
_d1882-1956
245 1 4 _aThe holiday round
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2004
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2004-05-01
505 0 _aHoliday time -- The house-warming -- At play -- Two stories -- An odd lot -- Little plays for amateurs -- A chapter of accidents -- Stories of successful lives -- A few friends -- Epilogue.
508 _aProduced by Charles Aldarondo
520 _a"The Holiday Round" by A. A. Milne is a humorous collection of short stories and writings published in the early 20th century. The book captures the leisure activities and whimsical explorations of a group of friends during their holiday escapades, prominently featuring characters like the witty Archie, the obstinate Holbein, and the charming Myra. Through a series of comedic situations, it explores themes of friendship, sport, and the amusing trials of holiday life. The opening of "The Holiday Round" introduces readers to the lively dynamics among a group of friends as they navigate the perils of early morning swims and discussions about cricket and boating. The character interactions are filled with playful banter, as Archie attempts to coax Holbein out of bed for a swim, leading to humorous objections and reflections on the nature of early rising. As the group prepares for a day of leisure, the dialogue is peppered with light-hearted commentary on the absurdities of their holiday activities, setting up a charming narrative filled with wit and camaraderie. This opening sets the tone for a delightful romp through the experiences of relatable characters, promising laughter and insight. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aHumorous stories, English
653 _aShort stories, English
653 _aEnglish fiction -- 20th century
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/5675
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