The house party : a short history of leisure, pleasure and the country house weekend

The house party A short history of leisure, pleasure and the country house weekend

Adrian Tinniswood

Book - 2019

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.

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Subjects
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.
Published
London : Faber & Faber 2019.
Language
English
Main Author
Adrian Tinniswood (author)
Physical Description
xii, 132 pages, 8 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations ; 20 cm
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references.
ISBN
9780571350964
  • 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.

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