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Wild Life In A Southern County (1879)

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Wild Life In A Southern County is a book written by Richard Jefferies and published in 1879. The book is a detailed account of the flora and fauna of the southern English countryside, particularly the county of Wiltshire. Jefferies, who was a nature lover and a prolific writer, takes the reader on a journey through the woods, fields, and streams of Wiltshire, describing the various animals and plants he encounters along the way.The book is divided into chapters, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of the natural world. For example, some chapters describe the behavior of birds, while others focus on the habits of foxes, badgers, and other mammals. Jefferies' writing is highly descriptive and poetic, and he often reflects on the beauty and wonder of the natural world.Throughout the book, Jefferies also touches on the impact of human activity on the environment. He laments the destruction of natural habitats and the decline of certain species due to hunting and other human activities. However, he also acknowledges the importance of human beings in the ecosystem and recognizes the need for balance between human needs and the needs of the natural world.Overall, Wild Life In A Southern County is a beautifully written and insightful book that offers a glimpse into the natural world of 19th century England. It is a must-read for anyone interested in nature, wildlife, or environmentalism.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.

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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781164190226
  • Indbinding:
  • Paperback
  • Sideantal:
  • 362
  • Udgivet:
  • 10. september 2010
  • Størrelse:
  • 152x229x19 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 485 g.
  • BLACK NOVEMBER
Leveringstid: 2-3 uger
Forventet levering: 9. december 2024

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Wild Life In A Southern County is a book written by Richard Jefferies and published in 1879. The book is a detailed account of the flora and fauna of the southern English countryside, particularly the county of Wiltshire. Jefferies, who was a nature lover and a prolific writer, takes the reader on a journey through the woods, fields, and streams of Wiltshire, describing the various animals and plants he encounters along the way.The book is divided into chapters, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of the natural world. For example, some chapters describe the behavior of birds, while others focus on the habits of foxes, badgers, and other mammals. Jefferies' writing is highly descriptive and poetic, and he often reflects on the beauty and wonder of the natural world.Throughout the book, Jefferies also touches on the impact of human activity on the environment. He laments the destruction of natural habitats and the decline of certain species due to hunting and other human activities. However, he also acknowledges the importance of human beings in the ecosystem and recognizes the need for balance between human needs and the needs of the natural world.Overall, Wild Life In A Southern County is a beautifully written and insightful book that offers a glimpse into the natural world of 19th century England. It is a must-read for anyone interested in nature, wildlife, or environmentalism.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.

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