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Hudson wrote this classic work in 1910; it is admiringly mentioned by many other writers. It focuses on the memories of a head shepherd, Caleb Bawcombe, so it is concerned with the period of mid to late nineteenth century rural Wiltshire, a county in England. This pleasant engaging book contains rural wisdom, natural history, farming practices, human characters, and more - Summary by david wales

The Nature Writing Essentials Collection gathers fourteen works of wilderness reflection, natural history, travel, memoir, and literary observation.

William Henry Hudson was a founding member of the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB). Though born in Argentina, Hudson came to England in 1874, where he remained until his death in 1922. Absorbed by nature, and in particular by the lives and activities of birds, his acute observations on wildlife led to some charming books which helped establish the pastime of bird watching. Birds in Town and Village is one of his classics. It is a truly engaging rumination on birds, as he watched them go about their daily lives. It is unfailingly charming, and read with an easy, relaxed tone by Neville Jason.

Green Mansions A Romance of the Tropical Forest tells the captivating story of Abel, a young Venezuelan whose life spirals from wealth to desperation. After a failed political revolution, he escapes into the lush jungles of Guyana, seeking fortune in gold hunting and journaling, only to find himself lost and aimless. His journey leads him to a secluded Indian tribe and a mysterious forest shunned by the locals due to the legend of a magical being known as the Daughter of the Didi. Intrigued by the tales, Abel ventures into the enchanted woods and encounters Rima—a woman of extraordinary ...

A Crystal Age is a utopian novel written by W. H. Hudson, first published in 1887. The book has been called a "significant S-F milestone" and has been noted for its anticipation of the "modern ecological mysticism" that would evolve a century later. (Summary by Wikipedia)

"Green Mansions: A Romance of the Tropical Forest" is a narration of his life story by Abel, a Venezuelan, to a comrade. Once a wealthy young man, he meddled in politics to the extent of provoking a revolution... which failed.Escaping into the tropical forests of Guyana Abel takes up gold hunting, then journal-writing, and fails at both. Now with no aim for his life, he drifts until he takes up residence with a remote Indian tribe. Soon he learns of a wood the Indians avoid, as it is inhabited by a dangerous Daughter of the Didi, who, they say, slew one of them with magic. The fellow was in ...

Voyages of discovery, inventions, the revival of classical learning, and the advent of science contributed to the intellectual upheavals of this creative period, and are reflected in its literature and art. Hudson focuses on the one thread of continuity that he sees as both the seed and the fruit of this exciting era: the awakening of secular humanism and the emergence of the individual. This history gives the listener a lucid, perceptive analysis of the splendid Renaissance.

After a failed revolutionary attempt leads Abel, a young European explorer, to seek refuge in the primeval forests of Venezuela, the curious call of an unseen bird lures him deeper and deeper into the jungle, where he encounters the source of the siren song - a lovely, half-wild girl with mysterious powers. Thus, in the “green mansions” of the forest, begins the romance between Abel and Rima, who speaks the languages of birds and longs to return to the land of her birth.

A boy (between the ages of 4 and 12) discovers the natural world around him in his home in the Argentine Pampas and in Buenos Aires. Author Hudson is best known for Green Mansions but is considered by Argentine readers as one of their own, for his “Far and Away…” and many other works highlighting South America. As a budding naturalist, Hudson was given total freedom to discover the wonders of his world. Earnest Hemingway reportedly admired Hudson’s works and even named a character in one of his books after him. This work is filled with discoveries and memorable characters, vividly ...

“[these essays on Shakespeare, Pepys, Restoration novels, and bohemianism]—the results of many hours of quiet but rather aimless browsing among books, and not of special investigations, undertaken with a view to definite scholastic ends. They are, moreover, as will readily be seen, completely unacademic in style and intention.” Published in 1897. Hudson (1841-1922) was a prolific author, naturalist, and ornithologist. His most popular book in the early 20th century was Green Mansions.

During the later part of his life Hudson lived in southern England, where he was involved very early on with the RSPB (Royal Society for the Protection of Birds). Birds and Man is a slow moving work where Hudson discusses his love of birds, and the need for better protection of them. - Summary by clarinetcarrot

The Purple Land is a sweeping tale of adventure and romance set in 19th-century Uruguay. As an Englishman travels across the untamed South American landscape, he finds himself embroiled in political intrigue, forbidden love, and the fight for freedom in a land torn by revolution.

William Henry Hudson was an author, naturalist and ornithologist. Hudson was born of U.S. parents living in the Quilmes Partido in Buenos Aires Province, Argentina, where he spent his youth studying the local flora and fauna and observing both natural and human dramas on what was then a lawless frontier. 'Far Away and Long Ago' is a classic memoir of a boy, fascinated by nature, on the Pampas in the 19th century.

In Idle Days in Patagonia, Hudson embarks on an adventurous journey to study the regions captivating birds. However, his trip takes an unexpected turn when he accidentally injures himself in the knee, leading to a prolonged recovery period filled with introspection. This unique tale is not just an ornithological exploration; its a rich personal memoir that intertwines the vibrant stories of the people and the breathtaking natural history of Patagonia. Join Hudson as he reflects on his experiences and the beauty of a land that offers both wonder and challenge. - Summary by Kevin Davidson

In the latter years of his life, Hudson settled in southern England, becoming an early advocate for the RSPB (Royal Society for the Protection of Birds). In his reflective work, Birds and Man, he shares his profound love for birds and passionately argues for their protection. Join Hudson as he explores the intricate relationship between humanity and nature, urging us to cherish and safeguard our feathered friends. - Summary by clarinetcarrot

Join a young boy, aged 4 to 12, as he navigates the enchanting world of the Argentine Pampas and the bustling city of Buenos Aires. Authored by Hudson, best recognized for his work Green Mansions, this piece is especially treasured by Argentine readers for its rich depiction of South America. As an emerging naturalist, Hudson enjoyed unrestrained liberty to explore and understand his surroundings. Esteemed author Ernest Hemingway was known to appreciate Hudsons works so much so, that he even named a character in homage to him. Packed with riveting discoveries and unforgettable personalities, ...