A Cotswold Village; Or, Country Life and Pursuits in Gloucestershire (eBook)

Enriched edition. An Idyllic Glimpse into English Rural Traditions

J. Arthur Gibbs (Autor)

eBook Download: EPUB

2023
288 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
859-654750785-7 (EAN)

Infos

In "A Cotswold Village; Or, Country Life and Pursuits in Gloucestershire," J. Arthur Gibbs offers a richly detailed portrait of rural life in the picturesque Cotswold region. Through a blend of engaging narrative and keen observation, Gibbs captures the rhythms of village existence, exploring the customs, traditions, and daily pursuits of its inhabitants. Written in a vivid, descriptive style, the book immerses readers in the pastoral beauty and socio-cultural fabric of Gloucestershire, reflecting both the majesty of nature and the poignant simplicity of country living during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. J. Arthur Gibbs was not only a writer but also a keen observer of the English countryside. His background as a naturalist and local historian provided him the insights needed to authentically depict the nuances of village life. Immersed in the Cotswold landscape, Gibbs drew inspiration from his surroundings, capturing the unique character of the community and its people, which was deeply personal and reflective of his own experiences living in the region. "A Cotswold Village" is a must-read for those captivated by rural England and its timeless charm. Scholars, historians, and casual readers alike will appreciate Gibbs' eloquent prose and deep understanding of country life, making this work a valuable addition to both literary and cultural studies focused on rural societal structures.

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Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 12.8.2023
• Einführung: Dylan McAllister
• Mitarbeit: Kommentare: Dylan McAllister
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur
• Themenwelt: Naturwissenschaften ► Geowissenschaften
• Themenwelt: Sozialwissenschaften ► Ethnologie ► Volkskunde
• Schlagworte: 19th-Century • authentic storytelling • british author • british authors • British cultural heritage • classic english literature • Classic Literature • Cotswold countryside • Cotswold Hills • Cotswold village • Country Life • Country Living • country pursuits • descriptive prose • England • english countryside • Gloucestershire • Gloucestershire landscape • Historical depiction • History of Great Britain • Literary depictions • local customs • nostalgic prose • Pastoral Imagery • Rural pursuits • rural traditions • social life and customs • village community • village life • villages