Rural Rides (eBook)

Exploring 19th-Century English Rural Life Through Personal Reflection and Social Commentary

William Cobbett (Autor)

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2019
661 Seiten
Good Press (Verlag)
405-766465244-7 (EAN)

Infos

In "Rural Rides," William Cobbett offers a fascinating journey through rural England in the early 19th century, blending travelogue with social commentary. Written in a distinctly personal and engaging style, Cobbett's narrative captures the essence of the pastoral landscape while exposing the socio-economic changes that accompany the Industrial Revolution. His reflections reveal a deep concern for agrarian society, as he poignantly illustrates the struggles of the rural populace amidst the encroaching tides of modernization. The book seamlessly combines vivid descriptions of the English countryside with Cobbett's critical observations on agricultural practices and the hardships faced by farmers, positioning it as a vital piece of literature during a transformative period in British history. William Cobbett, a notable figure in early 19th-century reform, was driven by his own experiences as a farmer and journalist. His advocacy for rural communities and traditional agricultural methods reflects a lifetime of engagement with the struggles of the disenfranchised. Cobbett's travels through England expose not only physical landscapes but also the inequities that plagued remote areas, informing his passionate call for political and social reform. "Rural Rides" is an indispensable read for anyone interested in the intersections of agrarian life, social justice, and literary history. Cobbett's keen observations and engaging prose make this work not only informative but also a compelling narrative that resonates with contemporary themes of environmental and social change. It invites readers to reflect on their own connections to rural life and the ongoing challenges faced by agricultural communities.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 21.11.2019
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Regional- / Landesgeschichte
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Neuzeit bis 1918
• Themenwelt: Reisen ► Reiseführer
• Schlagworte: 19th Century Agriculture • 19th-Century Literature • British Literature • Cobbett's social justice • Description and travel • English countryside essays • English literature • Great Britain • historical literature • Historical Travelogue • History of Great Britain • industrialization impact • land and people connection • literary classics • Non-fiction • Political Commentary • political reform narrative • Rural conditions • rural life • rural life experiences • social commentary reflections • Travel writing • vivid rural landscapes • William Cobbett