I can't sit still and see another man slaving and working. I want to get up and superintend, and walk round with my hands in my pockets, and tell him what to do. It is my energetic nature. I can't help it.Includes 66 of the original A. Frederics illustrations found in the original 1889 publication.The classic and timeless humorous story, Three Men in a Boat begins with the eponymous "three men" sitting around discussing the different needs in their lives. The three conclude that they are indeed overworked and a holiday is in due order. Their ideas for relaxation are instantly rejected until they hit upon the idea of taking a boating holiday up the River Thames. Thus begins the famous journey whose lore has now spanned three centuries. But lest we never fail to mention their most trustworthy companion-their dog Montmorency!