Publisher's Synopsis
Popular Pastimes For Field And Fireside: Or Amusements For Young And Old (1866) is a book by Aunt Carrie that provides a comprehensive guide to various activities and games that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. The book covers a wide range of activities, including outdoor games, indoor games, puzzles, riddles, and more. It is designed to be a practical resource for families and individuals looking for fun and engaging ways to spend their leisure time.The book is divided into chapters that cover different types of activities. The outdoor games chapter includes classic games like tag, hide and seek, and capture the flag, as well as lesser-known games like fox and geese and blind man's bluff. The indoor games chapter includes card games, board games, and parlor games like charades and word games. The puzzle and riddle chapter includes a variety of brain teasers and challenges that are sure to keep readers entertained for hours.Throughout the book, Aunt Carrie provides clear and concise instructions for each activity, along with tips and tricks for making the most of each game or puzzle. The book also includes illustrations and diagrams to help readers understand the rules and strategies of each game.Overall, Popular Pastimes For Field And Fireside: Or Amusements For Young And Old (1866) is a charming and informative book that provides a wealth of ideas for fun and engaging activities. Whether you're looking for a way to pass the time on a rainy day or planning a family gathering, this book is sure to provide inspiration and entertainment.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.