The Gamekeeper at Home (eBook)

Sketches of natural history and rural life (Illustrated)

Richard Jefferies (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2022
142 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654704402-4 (EAN)

Infos

In "The Gamekeeper at Home," Richard Jefferies presents a rich tapestry of rural life through the eyes of a gamekeeper, emphasizing the intricate relationships between humans, nature, and the rhythms of the countryside. His prose is both lyrical and descriptive, blending personal narrative with keen observations of flora and fauna, thus situating the work within the pastoral tradition of Victorian literature. The book navigates themes of labor, belonging, and the moral dimensions of hunting, emphasizing how these activities shape community ties and individual identities in a rapidly industrializing world. Richard Jefferies, born in 1848 in rural England, drew from his own experiences growing up in the countryside to inform his writing. His keen appreciation for nature's beauty and complexity, coupled with his concerns about the encroachment of urbanization, fueled his passion for exploring the lives of those intimately connected to the land. Jefferies was also a precursor to the modern environmental movement, shaping his contemporaries' understanding of ecological stewardship. Readers will find "The Gamekeeper at Home" a profound exploration of rural existence that resonates with contemporary concerns about environmental conservation and the human-nature relationship. Jefferies' vivid imagery and thoughtful reflections not only invite contemplation but also inspire a deep appreciation for the natural world, making this work essential for anyone interested in literature that bridges the gap between humanity and the environment.

Autor

Richard Jefferies, born John Richard Jefferies on November 6, 1848, in Coate, Swindon, Wiltshire, England, was an esteemed naturalist, novelist, and essayist renowned for his vivid portrayal of English rural life. His literary oeuvre is marked by a profound connection to nature and the English countryside, hallmarks of the late Victorian era in which he thrived. A prolific writer, Jefferies left an indelible mark with works such as 'The Gamekeeper at Home' (1878), which provides an insightful, sympathetic, and detailed observation of rural life through the eyes of a gamekeeper. This particular book showcases Jefferies' characteristic blend of precise natural description and reflection on humanity's relationship with the land, elements that define his literary style and have solidified his place in the canon of English nature writing. Despite facing financial difficulties and ill health throughout his career, Jefferies' work remained driven by a deeply felt sense of the beauty and wonder of the natural world, which continued to inspire his writing until his premature death on August 14, 1887. Richard Jefferies' legacy endures through his contributions to natural history and literature, wherein he captured the essence of the English countryside with an unrivaled lyrical beauty and observational acuity.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 3.6.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur
• Themenwelt: Naturwissenschaften ► Biologie ► Ökologie / Naturschutz
• Schlagworte: 19th century classics • 19th Century Countryside • classic british authors • classic nature writing • class tension • Country Life • countryside beauty • english countryside fiction • English literature • English rural life • Environmental Reflections • gamekeeper life • Gamekeeper Observations • Gamekeepers • gamekeeping in literature • Great Britain • historical non-fiction • historical pastoral works • human-animal relationships • Human-Nature Interaction • Hunting • Hunting sports • industrialization impact • naturalist writing • natural resource management • nature essays • Nature Observations • Non-fiction Environmental Writing • Richard Jefferies memoirs • Richard Jefferies novels • Richard Jefferies Works • Rural England • rural life depiction • Social commentary • Victorian Literature • Victorian rural life