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Hone, William
1780
1842
Cecil, John
The Every-day Book and Table Book, v. 1 (of 3)
or Everlasting Calendar of Popular Amusements, Sports, Pastimes, Ceremonies, Manners, Customs and Events, Incident to Each of the Three Hundred and Sixty-five Days, in past and Present Times; Forming a Complete History of the Year, Month, and Seasons, and a Perpetual Key to the Almanac
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"The Every-Day Book, and Table Book" by William Hone is a historical account written in the early 19th century. This work serves as a comprehensive calendar, detailing various customs, ceremonies, events, and pastimes associated with each day of the year, weaving together a rich tapestry of social history. Its intent is to catalog and celebrate the diverse aspects of life and culture throughout the seasons, providing readers with both informative and entertaining content. At the start of the volume, the author outlines the purpose and structure of the work, emphasizing that it offers a daily reflection on historical events, popular amusements, and distinct customs tied to the calendar. Hone presents January as the first month, focusing on its cold characteristics and the mythology surrounding its name, Janus, while highlighting important festivities such as New Year's Day. He touches on various historical references and anecdotes that illustrate how people in different cultures celebrated the start of the year, enriching the narrative with poetic quotations and engaging observations about past practices. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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