The Farmer's Boy (1858)

The Farmer's Boy is a novel written by Robert Bloomfield and published in 1858. The story revolves around the life of a young boy named Giles, who grows up on a farm in rural England. The book is set in the late 18th century and provides a detailed account of the daily life and struggles of a farming family during this time period. The novel is divided into two parts. The first part focuses on Giles' childhood and his experiences growing up on the farm. Bloomfield provides vivid descriptions of the farm, the animals, and the natural world that surrounds it. Giles is depicted as a hardworking and dedicated young boy who is eager to learn and help his family in any way he can. The second part of the book follows Giles as he leaves the farm to work as a laborer in the nearby town. Here, he experiences the harsh realities of urban life and struggles to adapt to his new surroundings. Despite these challenges, Giles remains determined to succeed and eventually returns to the farm as a successful and respected member of the community. Throughout the novel, Bloomfield emphasizes the importance of hard work, perseverance, and family values. The Farmer's Boy is a heartwarming and inspiring story that provides a glimpse into the daily life of rural England during the late 18th century.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.