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Three Men in a Boat (To Say Nothing of the Dog), 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. (Wikipedia)

This is a sensible book. I want you to understand that. This is a book to improve your mind. In this book, I tell you all about Germany – at all events all I know about Germany – and the Ober-Ammorgau Passion Play. I also tell you about other things. I do not tell you all I know about all these other things because I do not want to swamp you with knowledge. I wish to teach you gradually. I should only be defeating my own object that I, by making you think too much at first, give you a perhaps lasting dislike to the exercise.

Three Men in a Boat is one of the most amusing and durable books in the English language. Semi-autobiographical, it recounts the adventures and mishaps of George, Harris, J. (the author), and his remarkable dog Montmorency during a boat trip along the Thames from London to Oxford. Jerome K. Jerome originally intended the book to be a guide to the Thames Valley, but his publisher thought it so entertaining it was published as a comic novel and has endured as a classic of the genre ever since.

Join George, Harris, and Jerome as they embark on a delightful cycling adventure through the scenic landscapes of Germany, following the events of Three Men in a Boat. This charming and lighthearted tale takes you through the enchanting Black Forest, filled with amusing anecdotes and intriguing insights into German culture, all narrated with Jerome’s signature wit. Enjoy a journey that blends friendship, humor, and the joys of travel, first published in 1914 and brought to life by Peter Yearsley.

Tre uomini in barca (per tacer del cane) è un romanzo scritto nel 1889 da Jerome K. Jerome, uno dei più noti scrittori umoristici inglesi...

Jerome, George and Harris are three hypochondriacal friends who like to spend time comparing their illnesses, although none of them is ill. One day they decide to go on a vacation by sailing down the Thames river towards Oxford. The three friends prepare a long list of things they will need and even take the dog Montmorency with them. During the journey they visit many different places and fall into various and interesting situations.

First published in 1895 this classic tale of three friends taking a boating holiday on the Thames is as fresh as ever and creates a unique blend of humorous travelogue and historical information; even pausing at times, amidst the comedic mishaps, to reflect eloquently upon life and its sufferings.

Un piccolo capolavoro dell'umorismo inglese che mette in ridicolo la paura tutta umana dei fantasmi...

A witty account of three friends' boating adventure along the River Thames. Written in the 19th century, the humour is still accessible to a modern audience. Read by leading celebrated British Actor, Sir Timothy Ackroyd.

Three Men in a Boat (To Say Nothing of the Dog) by Jerome K. Jerome is a witty 1889 account by Jerome, of a two-week boating trip on the Thames. The author, two friends, and the dog, Montmorency, travelled from Kingston upon Thames to Oxford and back again. The narrative describes their journey as well as the villages and historical landmarks that they pass, including Hampton Court Palace, Hampton Church, Magna Carta Island, and Monkey Island. The author’s habit of digressing into humorous anecdotes is the element which has made the book a classic.

לראשונה, הספר המפורסם כל כך זוכה לראות אור בעברית במלוא משמעותו ועושרו. זאת הודות לתרגום המלא והמהימן לחלוטין למקור, והודות ל-256 ההערות ושפע האיורים והצילומים...

I met a man in the Strand one day that I knew very well - though I had not seen him for years. We walked together to Charing Cross, and there we shook hands and parted. Next morning - I learnt, for the first time, that the man had died six months before.

Join the comic novelist Jerome K. Jerome on a whimsically chaotic journey to Germany, where he and a friend set out to witness the renowned Passion Play in Oberammergau. Their adventure takes them through iconic locations such as London, Dover, Ostend, Cologne, Munich, and Heidelberg, only to be marred by a series of amusing mishaps. Expect seasickness, peculiar cuisine, bizarre accommodations, misleading guidebooks, baffling train schedules, and a host of cultural and linguistic blunders. As with his famous work Three Men in a Boat, this travelogue is filled with humor and delightful ...

Published in 1889, Jerome K. Jeromes Three Men in a Boat (To Say Nothing of the Dog) offers a delightful and humorous narrative of a boating holiday along the Thames, from Kingston to Oxford. Initially envisioned as a serious travel guide complete with local history, the book evolved into a comedic masterpiece where humor reigns supreme, making the more serious passages feel somewhat out of place. Its charm lies in its timeless wit, with jokes that still resonate with modern audiences today.

Join English writer Jerome K. Jerome on a delightful and humorous adventure as he recounts a boating holiday along the picturesque Thames River, from Kingston to Oxford. The story features Jerome himself, alongside his two real-life friends, George Wingrave—a future senior manager at Barclays Bank—and Carl Hentschel, the founder of a London printing business. Together, they embark on what was a quintessential boating trip of the era, accompanied by the fictional yet unforgettable dog, Montmorency. As Jerome cleverly points out, Montmorency embodies that universal aspect of Englishmen’s ...

Join a father and his three children as they leave the bustling city behind to embark on a delightful adventure in a charming country cottage. Tasked with overseeing the renovation of their newly purchased home, the father shares his witty observations and heartfelt memories, creating a tapestry of humor and nostalgia. This lesser-known gem by Jerome showcases his storytelling prowess, making for an engaging and entertaining experience that will resonate with readers of all ages. (Summary by Debra Lynn)

On the Stage—and Off: The Brief Career of a Would-Be Actor is Jerome K. Jerome’s wry, self-aware account of youthful ambition colliding with reality. Written with the gentle irony and observational humor that would later make him famous, this autobiographical sketch follows a young Jerome as he becomes convinced—briefly but earnestly—that the theater is his true calling.

Les aventures de trois amis, George, Harris et Jerome accompagné de son fox-terrier Montmorency, entreprenant un voyage en canot sur la Tamise. Le livre est parsemé d'anecdotes comiques, mais aussi de réflexions philosophiques sur l'existence. Un grand classique de l'humour anglais.

Three Men in a Boat (To Say Nothing of the Dog), 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 intended initially to be a serious travel guide, with accounts of local history of places along the route, but the humorous elements eventually took over, to the point where the serious and somewhat sentimental passages now seem like an unnecessary distraction to the essentially 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 ...