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050 4 _aPR
100 1 _aMunro, Neil,
_d1864-1930
245 1 4 _aThe daft days
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2015
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2015-09-07
508 _aThis ebook was transcribed by Les Bowler
520 _a"The Daft Days" by Neil Munro is a comedic novel written in the early 20th century. This work encapsulates the quirky, whimsical atmosphere of New Year's Day in a Scottish town, depicting the joyous celebrations and the eccentric characters that emerge during this time, reflecting the customs and traditions of the era. The story unfolds on New Year’s Day, centering around the Dyce family, who are excitedly preparing for the arrival of a nephew from America. The narrative introduces a myriad of lively characters, including the mischievous maid Kate and the endearing uncle Dan Dyce, who displays a humorous and carefree disposition. As the family prepares for the festivities, amusing and chaotic events ensue, culminating in the unexpected arrival of their niece, who turns out to be a young girl rather than the expected boy. Through a blend of humor, misunderstandings, and charming dialogue, the novel captures the warmth of family bonds and the whimsical nature of New Year celebrations in Scotland, making it a delightful read for those interested in character-driven stories rich in local flavor and festive spirit. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aPsychological fiction
653 _aYoung women -- Fiction
653 _aDomestic fiction
653 _aAmericans -- Scotland -- Fiction
653 _aWomen household employees -- Fiction
653 _aVisitors, Foreign -- Fiction
653 _aCulture shock -- Fiction
653 _aArgyllshire (Scotland) -- Fiction
653 _aColonsay (Scotland) -- Fiction
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/49906
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