Once A Week Third Edition

by A. A. Milne

Overview

"Once a Week" by A. A. Milne is a heartwarming tale that delves into the cherished routine of a weekly gathering, encapsulating the essence of anticipation and joy within a community's tradition. Through the lens of repetition, Milne paints a vivid picture of the consistent celebration that brings happiness and excitement to all involved. The expectation of this weekly ritual fosters a sense of unity among its participants, binding them together in a shared experience of camaraderie and connection. Each week, the gathering serves as a beacon of anticipation, drawing people together in a spirit of togetherness and tradition. Milne's masterful storytelling evokes the excitement of this weekly event, highlighting its significance within the community. The book beautifully captures the essence of the weekly ritual, portraying the joy and fulfillment it brings to those who partake. With a focus on routine and consistency, "Once a Week" celebrates the power of tradition to foster happiness and strengthen the bonds of community. It serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of coming together regularly to share in life's simple pleasures and create lasting memories.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9789363054875
Publisher:	Double 9 Books
Publication date:	06/01/2024
Pages:	258
Product dimensions:	5.50(w) x 8.50(h) x 0.58(d)

About the Author

Alan Alexander Milne was an English author best known for his books about the teddy bear Winnie-the-Pooh and for children's poetry. Milne was primarily a dramatist before the enormous popularity of Winnie-the-Pooh eclipsed all of his earlier work. Milne fought in both World Wars, as a lieutenant in the Royal Warwickshire Regiment in WWI and a captain in the Home Guard in WWII. Alan Alexander Milne was born in Kilburn, London, on January 18, 1882, to Jamaican-born John Vine Milne and Sarah Marie Milne. He was raised at Henley House School, 6/7 Mortimer Road (now Crescent), Kilburn, a small independent school owned by his father. H. G. Wells was one of his teachers from 1889 to 1890. Milne attended Westminster School and Trinity College, Cambridge, where he received a mathematics scholarship and graduated with a B.A. in Mathematics in 1903. He edited and wrote for Granta, a student publication. He cooperated with his brother Kenneth on articles that appeared under the letters AKM.

Hometown:

Cotchford Farm, Sussex, England

Date of Birth:

January 18, 1882

Date of Death:

January 31, 1956

Place of Birth:

Hampstead, London

Place of Death:

Cotchford Farm, Sussex, England

Education:

Trinity College, Cambridge University (mathematics), 1903

Website:

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