Games make us laugh and stretch our minds; they bring friends together and they stave off boredom; they are a tradition to pass down the generations and they cost nothing. Whether Charades at Christmas, Murder in the Dark at New Year, Forty Forty in mid-summer, or Mad Scientist at Halloween - there is a game for every season. Whether Forfeits when drinking, Patience on a quiet night in, a Treasure Hunt as a birthday surprise, or Gin Rummy with your Grandma - there is a game for every event. Easy-to-follow and jam-packed with activities for all age groups, 1000 Everyday Games and Pastimes is a roadmap for fun for everyday use. But it is also a compendium to savour for years to come. The fascinating stories behind the games connect us to times gone by and make a welcome escape from round-the-clock 'digitainment'. Party Games, Card Games, Memory Games, Outdoor Games and many more, as well as activities for every season - get involved, get creative and, above all, have fun.