The Saturdays
The Saturdays by Elizabeth Enright, published by Macmillan on January 22, 2008, is a delightful exploration of childhood adventures in New York City. This third edition spans 192 pages and introduces readers to the Melendy family, consisting of four siblings: thirteen-year-old Mona, twelve-year-old Rush, ten-and-a-half-year-old Randy, and six-year-old Oliver. The story captures their decision to form the Independent Saturday Afternoon Adventure Club (I.S.A.A.C.) to make the most of their weekends, transforming mundane Saturdays into memorable experiences.
Readers will find a charming narrative that highlights the siblings’ creativity and resourcefulness as they embark on various adventures. The book reflects themes of family and sibling relationships, set against the backdrop of city life. Written over fifty years ago, The Saturdays retains its timeless appeal, offering a vivid portrayal of childhood and the joys of exploration. This engaging tale serves as the first installment of the Melendy Quartet, inviting readers into the warm and lively world of the Melendy family.
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Meet the Melendys! The four Melendy children live with their father and Cuffy, their beloved housekeeper, in a worn but comfortable brownstone in New York City. There’s thirteen-year-old Mona, who has decided to become an actress; twelve-year-old mischievous Rush; ten-and-a-half-year-old Randy, who loves to dance and paint; and thoughtful Oliver, who is just six.
Tired of wasting Saturdays doing nothing but wishing for larger allowances, the four Melendys jump at Randy’s idea to start the Independent Saturday Afternoon Adventure Club (I.S.A.A.C.). If they pool their resources and take turns spending the whole amount, they can each have at least one memorable Saturday afternoon of their own. Before long, I.S.A.A.C. is in operation and every Saturday is definitely one to remember.
Written more than half a century ago, The Saturdays unfolds with all the ripe details of a specific place and period but remains, just the same, a winning, timeless tale. The Saturdays is the first installment of Enright’s Melendy Quartet, an engaging and warm series about the close-knit Melendy family and their surprising adventures.
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