Richard Jefferies

Richard Jefferies: A Study is a biographical work by Henry Stephens Salt that explores the life and work of the English nature writer Richard Jefferies. The book delves into Jefferies' upbringing in rural Wiltshire, his struggles with poverty and ill health, and his eventual rise to literary fame in the late 19th century. Salt examines Jefferies' unique writing style, which blends scientific observation with poetic language, and explores the themes of nature, spirituality, and social justice that run throughout his work. The book also provides insight into the cultural and political climate of Victorian England, and the ways in which Jefferies' writing reflected and challenged the dominant attitudes of his time. Overall, Richard Jefferies: A Study offers a comprehensive and engaging portrait of one of England's most beloved and influential nature writers.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.