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Wild Life in a Southern County

By Richard Jefferies

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Escape into the English countryside and explore the hidden lives of animals in their natural habitats, where the beauty of nature perseveres in a rapidly changing world.

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2011-08-02
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Summary

"Wild Life in a Southern County" by Richard Jefferies is a captivating journey into the heart of the English countryside, where the author acts as a guide through the intricate ecosystems teeming with birds, animals, and untamed landscapes. It expresses the wonders of the natural world and how everything is connected. He sets the stage by inviting readers to step away from the modern world and appreciate the untouched beauty and traditional customs of the land. Through vivid descriptions of animals like larks, hares, and starlings in their natural habitats, the author not only documents their behaviors, but also celebrates the elegance and complexity of wildlife as it stands against the backdrop of a society in constant transformation.

About the Author

John Richard Jefferies was an English nature writer, noted for his depiction of English rural life in essays, books of natural history, and novels. His childhood on a small Wiltshire farm had a great influence on him and provides the background to all his major works of fiction.

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