The Hills and the Vale by Richard Jefferies
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| Author | Jefferies, Richard, 1848-1887 |
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| Author of introduction, etc. | Thomas, Edward, 1878-1917 |
| Title | The Hills and the Vale |
| Note | Reading ease score: 63.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Contents | Introduction -- Choosing a gun -- Skating -- Marlborough Forest -- Village churches -- Birds of spring -- The spring of the year -- Vignettes from nature -- A king of acres -- The story of Swindon -- Unequal agriculture -- Village organization -- The idle earth -- After the county franchise -- The Wiltshire labourer -- On the downs -- The sun and the brook -- Nature and eternity -- The dawn. |
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| Summary | "The Hills and the Vale" by Richard Jefferies is a collection of essays written in the late 19th century. This work features various themes centered around nature, rural life, and reflections on the English landscape, showcasing Jefferies' deep appreciation for the countryside. Each piece captures moments of wandering and observation, likely drawing on the author's own experiences in Wiltshire. The opening of the collection introduces the reader to the content and tone of Jefferies' essays. The first section, "Choosing a Gun," presents a humorous and reflective account of a sportsman's journey through the complexities of selecting the right gun for shooting. Through vivid descriptions and personal reflections, Jefferies conveys the blend of excitement and anxiety that accompanies such a decision, all while highlighting the broader connection to nature and the rituals of outdoor life. His prose is characterized by a thoughtful yet conversational style, inviting readers to engage with both the experience and the myriad of details found in the natural world around them. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QH: Science: Natural history |
| Subject | Natural history -- Outdoor books |
| Subject | England -- Social life and customs -- 19th century |
| Subject | Country life -- England |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 31710 |
| Release Date | Mar 20, 2010 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 85 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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