The Life Of The Fields

The Life of the Fields is a book written by Richard Jefferies that provides a vivid and detailed account of the English countryside during the late 19th century. The book is divided into a series of essays that explore different aspects of rural life, from the changing seasons to the habits of wild animals.Jefferies was a keen observer of nature, and his writing is full of rich descriptions of the landscapes, flora and fauna he encountered on his walks through the countryside. He writes about the beauty of the fields and meadows, the songs of birds, the habits of badgers and foxes, and the ways in which the natural world changes throughout the year.The Life of the Fields is not just a celebration of nature, however. Jefferies also explores the impact of human activity on the countryside, from the destruction of hedgerows to the impact of industrialisation on rural communities. He writes about the tensions between traditional ways of life and the pressures of modernisation, and the ways in which rural communities were adapting to these changes.Overall, The Life of the Fields is a beautifully written and insightful book that offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of the English countryside during the late 19th century. It is a must-read for anyone interested in nature, rural life, or the history of England.The lost leaves measure our years; they are gone as the days are gone, and the bare branches silently speak of a new year, slowly advancing to its buds, its foliage, and fruit. Deciduous trees associate with human life as this yew never can. Clothed in its yellowish-green needles, its tarnished green, it knows no hope or sorrow; it is indifferent to winter, and does not look forward to summer. With their annual loss of leaves, and renewal, oak and elm and ash and beech seem to stand by us and to share our thoughts.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.