Colonial Games, Pastimes and Diversions
(for the Genteel and Commoner)
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Colonial Games, Pastimes and Diversions provides a unique look at Colonial American life as well as interesting background into some of today's most popular games. Why is the felt on pool tables green? What is the proper etiquette for dueling? How does one play cricket? What do you mean I know how to play Draughts?
About the Author
James T. Farnsworth was born and raised in historic Berks County, Pennsylvania. He was one of the founding members and later President of the Friends of the Conrad Weiser Homestead and member of the Friends of the Daniel Boone Homestead. James was a tour guide for both Colonial Homesteads and also became active as an interpreter of Colonial military and civilian life. James has spent many tedious hours of research and translation of period texts to bring you this compilation of Colonial games. James T. Farnsworth lives with his wife and son outside of Frankfurt, Germany where he continues to pursue his interest in early American and local history.