Three Men in a Boat – Jerome K Jerome

We must not think of the things we could do with, but only of the things that we can’t do without.’

Jerome K Jerome’s Three Men in a Boat is a comic masterpiece that turns an ordinary holiday into an extraordinary misadventure. When three friends—George, Harris, and the narrator—set off with their dog Montmorency for a boating trip on the Thames, they expect fresh air, relaxation, and hearty laughs. What follows is a delightfully chaotic journey filled with misplaced ambition, culinary disasters, and absurd reflections on everything from weather forecasts to ancient history.

Originally intended as a travel guide, the book quickly evolved into a hilarious satire of the Victorian middle class, full of wit, irony, and humour. As the trio bumbles their way down the river, Jerome delivers sharp observations on human nature that are as relevant today as they were when the book was written. It is a classic that continues to amuse and entertain across generations.