Jerome K Jerome | Three Men In A Boat
Three Men in a Boat by Jerome K. Jerome is one of the great comic classics of English literature, a wonderfully eccentric account of three friends, a boat and one unforgettable dog. Convinced that they are suffering from overwork and an impressive collection of imaginary ailments, J., George and Harris decide that a leisurely boating holiday along the Thames is exactly what they need. Accompanied by J.'s irrepressible fox terrier Montmorency, they set out in search of rest and relaxation.
Naturally, very little goes according to plan. Uncooperative tow-ropes, unreliable weather forecasts, troublesome provisions and the travellers' own spectacular incompetence transform their peaceful excursion into a succession of comic disasters. First published in 1889, Jerome's masterpiece combines travel narrative, social observation and wonderfully understated humour, while capturing the character of late-Victorian England. This Penguin Classics edition features an introduction and notes by Jeremy Lewis, exploring both Jerome's life and the changing society portrayed in the novel.
- • Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
• Language: English
• Cover: Paperback
• Publication Date: March 25, 2004
• Number of Pages: 224
• Dimensions: 197 × 129 × 14 mm
• Weight: 172 g
• Genre: Classic Literature, Humorous Prose, Travelogue, Satire
• Original Publication: 1889






