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100 1 _aDaniel, George,
_d1789-1864
245 1 0 _aMerrie England in the Olden Time, Vol. 1
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2014
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2014-07-19
508 _aProduced by David Widger from page images generously provided by the Internet Archive
520 _a"Merrie England in the Olden Time, Vol. 1" by George Daniel is a collection of entertaining accounts and reflections on English culture and traditions, written in the early 19th century. The work fondly celebrates the merriment and social customs of England's past, blending historical anecdotes with whimsical and fictional narratives to depict a time of joy and revelry. The text seems particularly focused on public festivities, traditional pastimes, and characters from the humorous side of English life. The opening of the work sets a nostalgic tone, inviting readers to reminisce about the joys of youth and the simple pleasures associated with England's festive culture. It opens with a quote from Shakespeare, emphasizing the theme of joy in merrymaking. Daniel reflects on the transition from carefree youth to the burdens of adulthood, suggesting that life’s joyful aspects are hidden by societal expectations and seriousness. As he introduces the reader to the delights of olden games, Christmas celebrations, and community festivities, he sets the stage for a deeper exploration of historical events, characters, and the vibrant communal aspects that once defined merrie England. The narrative is characterized by a lively and affectionate tone that beckons readers to join on a whimsical journey through the customs and drolleries of time gone by. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aEngland -- Social life and customs
700 1 _aCruikshank, Robert,
_d1789-1856
700 1 _aGilks, Thomas
700 1 _aLeech, John,
_d1817-1864
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/46331
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