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The Gamekeeper at Home: Sketches of natural history and rural life (Illustrated)

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In "The Gamekeeper at Home," Richard Jefferies offers an exquisite exploration of rural life in Victorian England, illuminated through the lens of a gamekeeper'Äôs daily experiences. This collection of essays merges vivid observations of nature with poignant reflections on the interplay between humans and their environment. Jefferies employs a rich, descriptive prose style that evokes the pastoral beauty of the English countryside, encapsulating the rhythms and routines of a seemingly simple life while subtly critiquing the industrial encroachment on natural landscapes. The book serves as both a lyrical celebration of country life and a commentary on environmental stewardship, reflecting the burgeoning conservationist sentiment of the late 19th century. Richard Jefferies, born in 1848, spent much of his life immersed in the rural landscapes that inspired his work. His upbringing in the Wiltshire countryside endowed him with a profound appreciation for nature, which permeates his writings. Jefferies' personal struggles with health and his experiences of urbanization and its adverse effects on the land further motivated his writing, making his environmental vision all the more urgent and poignant. "The Gamekeeper at Home" is an essential read for anyone captivated by nature writing or the complexities of human relationships with the environment. Jefferies' evocative prose not only transports readers to an idyllic past but also challenges them to reflect on the present state of the natural world. This timeless work remains relevant, inviting readers to rediscover a lost connection with nature.

© 2019 Good Press (E-bog): 4064066184520

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E-bog: 13. december 2019

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