- Hardcover: 352 pages
- Publisher: John Murray (2 Oct 2008)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 1848540469
- ISBN-13: 978-1848540460
- Product Dimensions: 20.2 x 13.4 x 3.6 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 58,714 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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'Glorious ideas for slowing down and reviving your weekends'
(Easy Living )'A charming look at how our weekends can be spent doing the things we really enjoy'
(House and Home )'Filled with practical advice ... the pleasure is in the reading and dreaming. A wonderful way to fill your precious 48 hours'
(Good Housekeeping )'Apty named, this book offers enough inspiration to transform any weekend . . . Thompson's guide is sublime, a rich, diverse collection of ideas to reclaim the weekend'
(Good Book Guide )'Elspeth Thompson is a fine writer . . . and her perky call to enjoy homemade pleasures is a timely encouragement . . . it is endearingly and enviably optimistic' (BBC Country File Magazine )
'Help is at hand with this guide which is crammed full of ideas to make weekends special'
(This England )'It's a hugely enjoyable read that should definitely get you doing more - and activities that don't centre around the TV, mobile, laptop....'
(Birmingham Mail )Product Description
For too many of us the weekend has become just another overcrowded couple of days dominated by duties, traffic jams, hassle and expense as we dash from supermarket to superstore catching up with the week's chores. But it doesn't have to be this way. Elspeth Thompson's original and inspiring book shows us how we can reclaim the weekend by re-charging our batteries and relationships through enjoying the simple pleasures in life. From watching the sunset and the stars, making marmalade and writing proper letters to borrowing a dog, going to dance classes and using the internet creatively, she reminds us of the fun and satisfaction to be had from creative, social and relaxing pursuits. The Wonderful Weekend Book is packed with ideas that will help restore the balance in our lives, reconnect us to the seasons, and - quite literally - not cost the earth.
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21 of 24 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I was thrilled to see two such different reviews for this lovely book. I don't happen to agree with the negative one but what it really tells you, read alongside the positive alternative, is that Elspeth Thompson's ideas are real, varied and challenging as well as cosy and affirmative. The book looks really pretty on the outside - a great bonus if you're thinking of it as a Christmas present - but once you get into it you may be surprised. I bought a copy at a signing event, took it home and dipped into it from time to time. The more I did this the more treasures I found. I'm definitely going to try some of these ideas for myself, save some money, try to be a better guest, hostess, take more walks, learn a new skill, it's all money-saving, life-affirming and positive. I'm giving five copies away for Christmas - but keeping the original for myself!
30 of 35 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This is a very credit-crunch friendly book: we all feel like bunkering down right now, and this book is a timely reminder that there is more to life than 'It' bags ('Twit' bags?), seven-inch platform heels and reading about red carpet moments in Heat mag. Most of us aspire to return to a simpler life - remember life before the complications of mobile phones and e-mail overload? - and frankly, if this even distracts the reader for an hour or two from those twin pressures I really think it's worth the cover price. But I personally found much more there to enjoy than mere stop-the-world-and-get-off-ness - it's a sensual book that reminded me to stare out of the window and enjoy the crisp autumn leaves and crystal clear weather, to GET OUT MORE, and yes, to reclaim some of life's simple pleasures. I've actually bought 5 copies as Christmas gifts, so thanks for this gem, Elspeth Thompson.
46 of 54 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Just as we are all feeling poor - here's this beautiful book that is packed full of ideas for free, enjoyable, stressless ways of making the weekend a time of leisure and pleasure - like the weekends of our childhoods. Elspeth Thompson writes the most beguiling prose and besides the hundreds of ideas for making the weekend a contrast to the working week and winding down, she shares her favourite websites. These are as much fun to browse as the book itself. She selects for example - campaigning charities to get involved with; best suppliers of vegetable seeds and plants; best British campsites; weekend courses; decluttering and recycling sites; organic skin products for the ideal luxury bath etc etc. A really original book, beautifully designed and absolutely in tune with the mood of the times.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Pleasantly suprised
I bought this for my daughter from her wish list and expected it to be, as the reviewer who gave it one star described, and there would be nothing new in it. Read more
Published 21 months ago by J. Ferguson
Great ideas
This is a lovely book to read through or just refer to, some wonderful ideas for a better way of life.
Published on 11 Mar 2010 by L. J. Bailey
Simply delightful
This book is just lovely. Full of gorgeous ideas which are refreshing and restorative just to read about and maybe even do. Read more
Published on 17 Jan 2010 by Linda Paterson
A feelgood read
I really enjoyed reading this book - it is the sort of book you can dip in and out of as it has chapters on different seasons. Read more
Published on 14 Oct 2009 by Sarah 1978
A delightful reminder of what is really important
I got this book last week, after it sat on my wishlist for sometime. Although I'm only about a quarter of the way through I wanted to add something. Read more
Published on 5 Oct 2009 by H. WARD
Lovely book.....restorative powers.
Really lovely book full of old-school forms of entertainment that it is easy to forget in the hectic pace of modern day life... Read more
Published on 4 Oct 2009 by Dangermouse
feels like your on holiday at the weekend
the way things are today is a rush.this helps to take it easy and help people like me who are stuck in a rut.iam loving the simple ideas. Read more
Published on 8 Aug 2009 by Mrs. T. Hutchinson
a "feelgood" book...
This book lifted my spirits and I was sorry to get to the end of it! So many ideas of things to do easily. many ideas will have you wondering why you didn't think if them yourself! Read more
Published on 9 July 2009 by E. A. Langley
not suitable for everyone
I bought this for my sister-in-law for her birthday, but having received it and looking through, I didn't think she'd like it at all - she's not in the yummy mummy/middle... Read more
Published on 27 Jun 2009 by L. Summerscales
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The Wonderful Weekend Book: Reclaiming Life's Simple Pleasures
Is a brilliant book - it reminds you what you can do. Read more
Is a brilliant book - it reminds you what you can do. Read more
Published on 19 Jun 2009 by Ms. S. J. Hennessy
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