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Part of the Legend Classics series J. and his friends George and
Harris decide that taking a boating holiday on the Thames from
Kingston upon Thames to Oxford and back to Kingston is a great idea
- what could go wrong? Originally intended to be a serious travel
guide, the humorous elements soon took over and Three Men in a Boat
(To Say Nothing of the Dog) has been considered a classic
masterpiece of British humor since its first publication in 1889.
Edited, Introduced and Annotated by Cedric Watts, M.A., Ph.D.,
Emeritus Professor of English, University of Sussex. Three Men in a
Boat is a comic classic. When it first appeared in 1889 it became a
best seller, and has remained popular ever since. This motley novel
has not only been translated into many languages but has also been
staged, filmed, televised and imitated. The adventures and
misfortunes on the Thames of the three English friends and their
pugnacious dog, Montmorency, provide rich humour, shrewd
observations, lyrical reflections, and, predominantly, genially
ironic perceptions of human fallibility. The sequel, Three Men on
the Bummel, reunites the three friends for their 'Bummel' ('roaming
or wandering') through Germany. The results vary from the
seductively titillating to the outrageously farcical; and
subsequent history has laden the narrative with ironies. COMPLETE
AND UNABRIDGED
HarperCollins is proud to present its new range of best-loved,
essential classics. 'That's Harris all over - so ready to take the
burden of everything himself, and put it on the backs of other
people.' Three late-Victorian gentlemen, George, Harris and the
writer himself as well as their fox terrier Montmorency take a trip
in a boat along the River Thames to Oxford. What ensues is a
hilarious journey through the English waterways full of anecdotes,
and farcical incidents with Montmorency wreaking havoc along the
way.
`Other works may excel this in depth of thought and knowledge of
human nature: other books may rival it in originality and size;
but, for hopeless and incurable vivacity, nothing yet discovered
can surpass it.' (Jerome, Preface to Three Men in a Boat). Three
Men in a Boat describes a comic expedition by middle-class
Victorians up the Thames to Oxford. It provides brilliant
snap-shots of London's playground in the late 1880s, where the
fashionable steam-launches of river swells encounter the hired
skiffs of city clerks. The medley of social vignettes, farcical
incidents, descriptions of river fashions, and reflections on the
Thames's history, is interspersed with humorous anecdotes told by a
natural raconteur. Three Men on the Bummel records a similar
escapade, a break from the claustrophobia of suburban life some ten
years later; their cycling tour in the Black Forest, at the height
of the new bicycling craze, affords Jerome the opportunity for a
light-hearted scrutiny of German social customs at a time of
increasing general interest in a country that he loved. This
account of middle-aged Englishmen abroad is spiced with typical
Jeromian humour. ABOUT THE SERIES: For over 100 years Oxford
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Jerome K Jerome; Introduction by David Stuart Davies; Illustrated by A. Frederics
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Three Men in a Boat remains one of the best-loved and most
entertaining comic novels. Part of the Macmillan Collector's
Library; a series of stunning, clothbound, pocket sized classics
with gold foiled edges and ribbon markers. These beautiful books
make perfect gifts or a treat for any book lover. This edition
features illustrations by A. Frederics and an afterword by David
Stuart Davies. Join our young heroes J., George and Harris (not
forgetting Montmorency, the mischievous, irascible fox terrier) as
they take a boating holiday along the Thames. Their aim is to
escape the weary workaday world and improve their health, but they
are ill prepared for the various escapades, difficulties and
vicissitudes that they encounter along the watery way. The
adventures of these incompetent innocents abroad are magnified to
epic proportions by the storyteller, J. His narration gives the
book not only a wonderful endearing freshness but also a series of
hilarious moments of timeless comedy.
A collection of rare horror stories that will thrill fans of
classic writers such as M. R. James, Bram Stoker, Edgar Allan Poe
and E. F. Benson. Jerome K. Jerome's reputation as a humorist,
renowned for his comic novel Three Men in a Boat, has thrown into
undeserved obscurity his fine efforts in the ghost story genre.
Three Men in the Dark collects Jerome's major horror stories,
together with a selection from two of his friends with whom he
founded the magazines The Idler and Today - the journalist Robert
Barr and the humorist Barry Pain. Like Jerome, their stories of
terror and the supernatural have been overlooked for many years.
Edited and introduced by veteran anthologist Hugh Lamb, this new
edition includes as an extra bonus the long-lost novelette, 'The
Mystery of Black Rock Creek'. Written in five parts by Jerome K.
Jerome, Barry Pain, Eden Phillpotts, E. F. Benson and Bram Stoker's
brother-in-law Frank Frankfort Moore, it rounds off one of the most
unusual and entertaining anthologies of the macabre of recent
years.
What could be better during the golden age of boating on the Thames than a relaxing row up the river? So think J., George and Harris - not forgetting Montmorency the dog - but little do they suspect the mishaps, the scrapes and the japes that lie along the way. From becoming impossibly lost in the maze at Hampton Court to battles with tins of pineapple chunks, all the while attempting to limit the destruction wrought by the mischievous Montmorency, Jerome K. Jerome's classic novel of humorous misadventures and comedic authorial digressions is a paean to the banalities of everyday life and has entertained readers for more than a century.
When Jerome K Jerome and his friend decide to attend the
Oberammergau Passion Play, an Easter pageant that is performed in
Oberlin, Germany once every decade, they turn the trip into a
vacation. From London to Germany, the pair plan a cross-continent
trip, excited to sight-see and experience different cultures.
However, the friends run into conflict before they even take off,
unsure what to pack. While they sort through contradicting advice
from others, the pair cannot decide if it would be worse to take
more than they need, or less. After they defeat their relatable
packing struggle, they finally embark on their journey. The men
encounter even more troubles, as they struggle to find directions,
board their train, and overcome cultural barriers. However, through
unfamiliar foods, strange beds, and misunderstandings, it is
impossible to miscommunicate the gorgeous landmarks they encounter,
including the Cologne Cathedral and the Rhine river. Their vacation
may not go as planned, but it most certainly will be memorable!
Featuring misadventures, iconic settings, and admirable friendship,
Jerome K. Jerome's Diary of a Pilgrimage is a genius work of
comedic nonfiction. Written in the form of essays depicting
memorable anecdotes, Jerome's work is composed by delightful,
humorous prose and poignant observations. Mixing humor and
sentiment, Jerome extends his observations to everyday life, and
uses the details of his journey to paint broader truths about
civilization and the human race. With vivid descriptions of the
social scene and stunning landscapes of major European cities such
as London, Cologne, and Munich, Diary of a Pilgrimage paints a
perfect image of the journey, allowing readers to experience a
vicarious adventure throughout 19th century Europe. </ p>
This edition of Diary of a Pilgrimage by Jerome K. Jerome features
a stunning new cover design and is printed in a font that is both
modern and readable. With these accommodations, Diary of a
Pilgrimage caters to a contemporary audience while preserving the
original hilarity of Jerome's work.
At a young age, author Jerome K. Jerome found a hobby that he was
extremely skilled at, and very passionate about-idleness. He was
thrilled at the amount of time he could waste doing nothing,
frustrating those around him. However, when Jerome falls ill and is
ordered to bedrest, this hobby is tested. Then, he learns that
doing nothing is only fun when you have other commitments. This
relatable sentiment is explored in the title essay of Idle Thoughts
of an Idle Fellow. Taking sometimes mundane topics and twisting
them into the extraordinary, Idle Thoughts of an Idle Fellow shares
insight on a variety of topics. In On Being in Love Jerome applies
his observations of couples to broader realizations of love and
romance. Exploring an opposite, polarizing feeling, On Being in the
Blues is a touching portrayal of living with depression, struggling
through the lows and highs of mental health. While such essays
invoke strong emotional reactions, others dabble in lighter topics,
such as the attire of babies, the weather, and gluttonous
appetites. Yet, whether the topic is profound or ordinary, Jerome
finds a way to craft philosophical prose saturated in clever
insight. Featuring fourteen witty and philosophical essays,
Jerome's Idle Thoughts of an Idle Fellow considers topics of
varying importance, from the author's opinion on cats to suffering
through depressive episodes. Each accompanied by a personal, and
usually hilarious narrative, these essays reach philosophic
conclusions as they entertain with their captivating charm and
sarcasm. Written with casual prose decorated with thorough imagery
and figurative language, Idle Thoughts of an Idle Fellow imparts
fun and frank wisdom on its readers, still delighting audiences
over a century after it was first published. This edition of Idle
Thoughts of an Idle Fellow by Jerome K. Jerome is presented in an
easy-to-read font and features an eye-catching new cover design.
With these accommodations, this edition is accessible and appealing
to contemporary audiences, restoring Jerome K Jerome's work to
modern standards while preserving the original wit and charm of
Idle Thoughts of an Idle Fellow.
A decade after their wild boat ride adventure on the Thames river,
J, Harris, and George reunite for another vacation. Older, richer,
and fatter, but not wiser, the three men stumble through mishaps
and surprises as they journey to Germany. First saying their
goodbyes, J and Harris seek the approval of their wives, worried
about leaving their kids. Their wives are supportive, secretly
considering their husbands' trip from home as a vacation for
themselves as well. Still a bachelor, George tells his aunt about
the trip before they depart. First arriving in a boat, the men
journey through Germany, stopping in Hamburg, Hanover, and Berlin.
When they are able, they stay in hotels and inns, and when they are
desperate, the sleep in the barns of kind farmers. After a long
journey, the men finally arrive at their destination. Planning on
completing a cycling tour through the German Black Forest, the men
take a single rider and a tandem bicycle, making a solemn
compromise to take turns being the solo rider. As they set out on
their bike ride, the friends are amazed by the beauty and serenity
of the forest, until they start to realize that everything looks
familiar. Lost in the woods and going in circles, the three men
must find a way home from their adventure before they get caught in
the impending rain storm. Through sketches and detailed
observations, Jerome K. Jerome's Three Men on the Bummel provides a
fascinating perspective on the landscape and culture of 20th
century Germany. With drunken adventures, sword fights, and
misfortunate weather, Three Men on the Bummel is an exciting and
charming travelogue, humorous and enjoyable even for modern
audiences. This edition of Three Men on the Bumel by Jerome K.
Jerome is presented in an easy-to-read font and features an
eye-catching new cover design. With these accommodations, this
edition is accessible and appealing to contemporary audiences,
restoring Jerome K Jerome's work to modern standards while
preserving the original wit and charm of Three Men on the Bummel.
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While remodeling his new home, a man and his children move into a
country cottage where he must adjust to the new sights and sounds.
This is a detailed look at how he manages his disparate children in
a foreign environment. A sudden move prompts a man to reevaluate
his life and key moments from the past. When a father purchases a
new home, he decides to make some much-needed renovations. He and
his three children travel to the country and stay in a cottage near
the job site. While there, the father narrates their story
presenting an insightful and hilarious view of his parenting style.
They and I highlights a man, his children, and their distinct
personalities. It's a light read that focuses on an unconventional
family in a traditional setting. Jerome K. Jerome presents a
delightful examination of country life with a series of memorable
anecdotes. With an eye-catching new cover, and professionally
typeset manuscript, this edition of They and I is both modern and
readable.
Three Men in a Boat, published in 1889, is a humorous account by
Jerome K. Jerome of a boating holiday on the Thames between
Kingston and Oxford. The book was initially intended to be a
serious travel guide, with accounts of local history along the
route, but the humorous elements took over to the point where the
serious and somewhat sentimental passages seem a distraction to the
comic novel. One of the most praised things about Three Men in a
Boat is how undated it appears to modern readers - the jokes seem
fresh and witty even today. The three men are based on Jerome
himself (the narrator J.) and two real-life friends, George
Wingrave (who went on to become a senior manager in Barclays Bank)
and Carl Hentschel (the founder of a London printing business,
called Harris in the book), with whom he often took boating trips.
The dog, Montmorency, is entirely fictional but, "as Jerome admits,
developed out of that area of inner consciousness which, in all
Englishmen, contains an element of the dog." The trip is a typical
boating holiday of the time in a Thames camping skiff. This was
just after commercial boat traffic on the Upper Thames had died
out, replaced by the 1880s craze for boating as a leisure activity.
As with Three Men in a Boat, Three Men on the Bummel seems
thoroughly modern in tone and style of humor. Jerome K. Jerome is
particularly fond of comical exaggeration of the sort that would
seem totally natural on a television sitcom today. After a mistake
involving somebody else's bicycle, and a run-in with the
authorities, he summarizes "My going scot free is regarded in
police circles there to this day as a grave miscarriage of
justice." Portions read much like Douglas Adams ("I wish no one to
read this book under a misapprehension. There will be no useful
information in this book.") and others like John Cleese in Fawlty
Towers (a discussion of an English shopkeeper frustrated when the
protagonists, as a prank, pretend not to be able to speak English).
The material near the start of the book about the friends and their
wives is all quite funny, and thoroughly modern in the way the
women effortlessly outsmart the men. The discussions of
stereotypical German behavior are remarkable mostly for how little
such stereotypes have changed. Germans were, 120 years ago and
today, thought to be officious and compulsive in following rules.
Fans of old bicycle books will find much here to like, with
description of the hazards of amateur bike-tuning, and lies in bike
advertisements, and the observation that uphills always seem to
last longer than downhills.
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While they are discussing the possible illnesses they may have,
Jerome, Harris, and George all realize they suffer from the same
thing-working too much. Upon the realization, the three best
friends decide that they must go on a vacation. After rejecting the
ideas of a sea trip or country stay, because Jerome doesn't like
the sea, and Harris finds the country to be dull, the men decide on
a boat trip. With their bags packed and with the company of
Jerome's dog, Montmorency, the friends set off on a boat traveling
along the Thames River. They pass notable landmarks and muse about
them, questioning their importance, appearance, and origins.
Memories are recalled and shared with embellishments. The three men
enjoy each other's company until the vacation takes turns that they
could never expect. With unpredictable weather, comedic pitfalls,
and wild humor, no outcome is impossible on this chaotic vacation.
Facing their own shortcomings, flaws, and the uncontrollable
weather, Jerome, Harris, and George must work together to remain in
good spirits and find the silver linings so they can still enjoy
their vacation. Though originally intended to be a travel guide,
the witty jokes, humorous diversions, and realistic characters
portrayed in Three Men in a Boat stole the focus of the novel.
Based off author Jerome K. Jerome's real-life experiences, Three
Men in a Boat is a comedy that has stood the test of time. With
undated jokes and hilarity, Jerome's comedic work of escapism,
Three Men in a Boat, remains to seem fresh and witty over one
hundred years later. Three Men in a Boat is brought back to life
with a modern font and a new, eye-catching design. This classic
comedy is an essential to any fun collection. Jerome K. Jerome's
Three Men in a Boat offers a short escape from reality and
entertainment from even the most unexpected adventures.
After her mother's death, a woman heads out on her own and is
pulled into several history-making events including women's
suffrage and World War I. She's driven by her wits and desire to
create a better life for herself and others. Joan Allway is a
bright college-educated young woman. Following her mother's sudden
death, she moves to London to find work. She considers it a land of
opportunity where she can start a career and fend for herself. On
her journey to independence she's sidetracked by many obstacles
leading her down an unexpected path. Her passion about journalism,
politics, and ethics will bring her to the frontlines of the Great
War. All Roads Lead to Calvary was published later in Jerome's
career but maintains his signature tone and style. He delivers a
compelling heroine whose story helps shape the narrative of the
past and present. With an eye-catching new cover, and
professionally typeset manuscript, this edition of All Roads Lead
to Calvary is both modern and readable.
Jerome K. Jerome’s Sketches of Lavender, Blue and Green is a vast
collection of short fiction, diverse in themes and topics. Each
infused with Jerome’s clever wit, this collection of short
fiction caters to every mood. In The Materialism of Charles and
Mivanway, a paranormal misunderstanding brings a couple closer
together. After a young, emotionally charged couple are separated
by a ship wreck, each are presumed dead. Because of this, when they
run into each other at a romantic spot, the couple each think the
other is a ghost. Filled with grief, they work out their
differences and reconcile old fights as they schedule meetings;
they may think their lover is dead, but that does not mean their
love is. Depicting a different perspective of love, Blasé Billy
portrays a worldly, experienced man who is unimpressed with nearly
everything, as he has lived through so much. However, when Billy
starts to fall in love, he realizes that he may not be as
accomplished as he thought. Accompanying touching love stories, The
Man Who Lived for Others is a satirical tale of warning as it
follows a man who will go out of his way to do exactly what others
expect at the expense of his own happiness. Featuring twenty
exemplary works of short fiction, Sketches of Lavender, Blue and
Green by Jerome K. Jerome explores themes of love, gender, class,
marriage, and societal expectations with wit and charm. This range
of topics and themes are well-presented in pure satirical pieces,
stories of romance, and even stories with supernatural
misunderstandings. Filled with humor, sentiment, and reflection,
Sketches of Lavender, Blue, and Green is a perfect collection of
hilarious narratives, sure to delight modern-audiences. This
edition of Sketches in Lavender, Blue, and Green by Jerome K.
Jerome is presented in an easy-to-read font and features an
eye-catching new cover design. With these accommodations, this
edition is accessible and appealing to contemporary audiences,
restoring Jerome K Jerome’s work to modern standards while
preserving the original wit and charm of Sketches in Lavender, Blue
and Green.
Paul Kelver, a fictional character, recounts an eventful life
loosely based on author Jerome K. Jerome's personal and
professional exploits prior to becoming a writer. It's an
intriguing look at an unconventional path that led to a promising
literary career. In Paul Kelver: A Novel, the narrator explains the
critical events that pushed him into his current profession. He
details both platonic and romantic relationships that have come and
gone. He also attempts to become an established actor in an
industry fueled by rejection with limited opportunities. Paul
eventually meets a key figure whose influence helps to change the
trajectory of his life. Paul Kelver: A Novel is a rare and
entertaining narrative by Jerome K. Jerome. Published years after
his debut, the author uses the narrative to reflect on his own
success. This journey from novice actor to prominent writer is
filled with unforgettable characters and anecdotes. With an
eye-catching new cover, and professionally typeset manuscript, this
edition of Paul Kelver: A Novel is both modern and readable.
Featuring five works of extraordinary short fiction, John
Ingerfield: And Other Stories is an unforgettable collection that
textualizes the aspects of human nature that are often left
unspoken while exploring nostalgia and the macabre. In The Woman of
Saeter, an uneventful hunting trip turns into a spooky experience
when two men are forced to take shelter in a mysterious hut in the
woods. With a similar tone, Silhouettes is a frightening
recollection of an eerie marshland near the sea, haunted by the
dead, monsters, and shadows. Depicting a less chilling childhood
memory, Variety Platter is a story of an unforgettable Christmas.
While the supernatural and unexpected burn themselves into memory,
odd characters have a similar effect. The Lease of the Cross Key
follows a Bishop and an unconventional reporter as they prepare for
a celebratory service. Finally, the first and title story of the
collection, The Remembrance of John Ingerfield, and of Anne, His
Wife depicts a man whose life revolved around making money. Written
with stunning description and impressive prose, John Ingerfield:
And Other Stories by Jerome K. Jerome is a collection of short
fiction, featuring romance, comedy, and even paranormal activity.
With ghost stories, legends, and childhood memories, each narrative
is captivating and highly impressionable. Slightly deviating from
Jerome K. Jerome's usual humorous tone, these stories are dramatic
with subtle hints of comedy, crafting a unique reading experience.
First published in 1894, this 19th century collection demonstrates
the best of Jerome's literary ability, possessing a strong
aesthetic that has remained to be fascinating and compelling. This
edition of John Ingerfield: And Other Stories by Jerome K. Jerome
is presented in an easy-to-read font and features an eye-catching
new cover design. With these accommodations, this edition is
accessible and appealing to contemporary audiences, restoring
Jerome K Jerome's work to modern standards while preserving the
original wit and charm of John Ingerfield: And Other Stories.
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