Colorful Calendar / A Year of Splendor and Wisdom / Old Book / Antique Book / Illustrated Book / Calendar

The book is interspersed with whimsical designs; the artist has created full-page, full-color illustrations for each month, alongside charming Victorian-style engraved artwork. This volume is more than just a visual delight; it's a treasure trove of knowledge, encompassing the wisdom and curiosities of 366 days. From tips on preventing laundry from freezing in winter, to the patent year of the safety pin (1849), and the curious fact that only 48 copies of *Alice's Adventures in Wonderland* were sold on its first day of publication in 1865, each page offers a surprise and inspiration. It also includes many practical tidbits, such as using hair clippings to nourish pea shoots or employing garlic to deter moles and slugs. Calendar - The Colorful Calendar: A Year of Splendor and Wisdom Binding - Hardcover Year - 1979 Dimensions - 25.4 x 18.3 cm Pages - 213 pages