Download or read book Dead Man s Plack written by W.H. Hudson and published by BoD – Books on Demand. This book was released on 2020-07-29 with total page 82 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Reproduction of the original: Dead Man's Plack by W.H. Hudson
Download or read book Dead Man S Plack And An Old Thorn written by W. H. Hudson and published by BoD – Books on Demand. This book was released on 2024-01-01 with total page 86 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Dead Man's Plack and an Old Thorn" by way of W. H. Hudson is a timeless collection of essays that takes readers on a contemplative adventure via the English countryside. W. H. Hudson, a renowned naturalist and author, showcases his deep connection to nature and the landscapes which have stimulated him. The titular essay, "Dead Man's Plack," displays on a mysterious memorial stone and the history it conceals. Hudson weaves collectively factors of nearby folklore, historic occasions, and his observations of the natural global, growing a rich tapestry that invites readers to explore the layers of importance embedded within the landscape. In "An Old Thorn," Hudson turns his attention to a venerable tree, exploring its importance as a living witness to the passage of time. Through vivid descriptions and thoughtful reflections, he imparts a sense of the tree's enduring presence and its position inside the ecological and cultural material of the countryside. Hudson's prose is characterized by its lyrical splendor and eager powers of remark. Each essay within the collection serves as a meditative exploration of the intersection between nature, history, and the human spirit.
Download or read book The Collected Works of W H Hudson Dead man s plack An old thorn Miscellenea written by William Henry Hudson and published by . This book was released on 1923 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book W H Hudson And The Elusive Paradise written by David Miller and published by Springer. This book was released on 1990-02-19 with total page 217 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Dead Man s Plack written by William Henry Hudson and published by . This book was released on 1920 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Dead Man s Plack written by William Henry Hudson and published by . This book was released on 1924 with total page 222 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Reviewer written by and published by . This book was released on 1921 with total page 612 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Includes section "About books".
Download or read book Delphi Complete Works of William Henry Hudson Illustrated written by William Henry Hudson and published by Delphi Classics. This book was released on 2024-08-15 with total page 4897 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Born in Argentina, W. H. Hudson was a late Victorian author, naturalist and ornithologist, best known today for his exotic romances, including his masterpiece ‘Green Mansions’. He also published important works of non-fiction, including a series of books on the English countryside, which due to their imaginative descriptions helped foster the “back-to-nature” movement of the 1920’s and 1930’s. For the first time in publishing history, this eBook presents Hudson’s complete works, with numerous illustrations, rare texts, informative introductions and the usual Delphi bonus material. (Version 1) * Beautifully illustrated with images relating to Hudson’s life and works * Concise introductions to the novels and other texts * All the novels, with individual contents tables * Rare novels appearing for the first time in digital publishing * Images of how the books were first published, giving your eReader a taste of the original texts * Excellent formatting of the texts * Famous works are fully illustrated with their original artwork * Rare story collections * Includes Hudson’s complete non-fiction – spend hours exploring the author’s naturalist works * Features the compelling memoir of the author’s early years in Argentina * Ordering of texts into chronological order and genres CONTENTS: The Novels The Purple Land that England Lost (1885) A Crystal Age (1887) Ralph Herne (1888) Fan (1892) Idle Days in Patagonia (1893) Green Mansions (1904) A Little Boy Lost (1905) The Shorter Fiction El Ombú (1902) Tales of the Pampas (1916) Dead Man’s Plack and An Old Thorn (1920) A Traveller in Little Things (1921) The Non-Fiction Argentine Ornithology (1888) The Naturalist in La Plata (1892) Birds in London (1898) Nature in Downland (1900) Birds and Man (1901) Hampshire Days (1903) Land’s End (1908) Afoot in England (1909) A Shepherd’s Life (1910) Adventures among Birds (1913) An Outline History of English Literature (1913) The Book of a Naturalist (1919) Birds in Town and Village (1919) A Hind in Richmond Park (1922) Rare Vanishing and Lost British Birds (1923) Articles from ‘Popular Science Monthly’ The Autobiography Far Away and Long Ago (1918)
Download or read book Fan written by W. H. Hudson and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2019-12-05 with total page 460 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 'Fan: The Story of a Young Girl's Life,' W.H. Hudson paints a vivid picture of the hardships faced by a mother and her daughter living in poverty on Moon Street. The young girl, forced to sell matches on the street for food, anxiously awaits the arrival of a man who brings the promise of a meal. But when he turns out to be drunk and threatening, the mother must step in to protect her child. This heartbreaking opening sets the stage for a compelling story of perseverance and survival in the face of overwhelming adversity.
Download or read book A Traveller in Little Things written by W. H. Hudson and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2019-11-26 with total page 173 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Discover the world through the eyes of W. H. Hudson in his collection of essays, 'A Traveller in Little Things'. Join him on a journey of self-discovery as he shares tales of nature, animals, and people he's met throughout his life. From the story of two brothers to the vanishing curtsey and a haunting of churchyards, Hudson's vivid storytelling will transport you to another time and place. You'll meet Dandy, a loyal dog, and Millie, a charming little girl, among other characters, and witness the beauty of apple blossoms, wildflowers, and southernwood. With each essay, you'll uncover a new perspective on the world around you and the little things that make life worth living.
Download or read book A Shepherd s Life Impressions of the South Wiltshire Downs written by W. H. Hudson and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2019-11-26 with total page 211 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'A Shepherd's Life: Impressions of the South Wiltshire Downs' by W.H. Hudson is a beautiful account of the author's wanderings through the South Wiltshire Downs in the late 19th century. Through conversations with shepherds and peasants, Hudson offers a unique perspective on rural life during that era. From poaching to sheepdogs, he shares their experiences and memories with a sense of nostalgia that is both captivating and evocative. This book is perfect for anyone interested in English social history or simply seeking a charming read filled with the wonder of nature and the warmth of humanity.
Download or read book The Land s End A Naturalist s Impressions In West Cornwall Illustrated written by W. H. Hudson and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2021-05-19 with total page 243 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Henry Hudson (1841 - 1922) was an Anglo-Argentine naturalist, author, and ornithologist who shows well illustrated and wonderfully-written descriptions of Land's End in Cornwall, England. A book from a man with love for nature and everything therein. A wonderful book for those who want to learn more about this small yet historic land.
Download or read book Afoot in England written by W. H. Hudson and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2019-11-25 with total page 254 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Afoot in England is a book by William H. Hudson. It recounts the author's countryside strolls along the south coast of England and the persons he met and befriended.
Download or read book El Omb written by W. H. Hudson and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2021-11-05 with total page 99 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: El Ombu is a historical novel about an old man retelling his adventures and conversations with many of the interesting people he met in colonial Argentina. You will enjoy these thrilling and relatable tales about human nature and our desire to connect.
Download or read book The Purple Land written by W. H. Hudson and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2019-11-22 with total page 251 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Purple Land is a novel that sets in 19th-century Uruguay by William Henry Hudson, first published in 1885 under the title The Purple Land that England Lost. Initially a commercial and critical failure, it was reissued in 1904 with the full title The Purple Land, Being One Richard Lamb's Adventures in the Banda Orientál, in South America, as told by Himself. Towards the end of the novel, the narrator explains the title, "I will call my book The Purple Land. For what more suitable name can one find for a country so stained with the blood of her children?"
Download or read book John O London s Weekly written by and published by . This book was released on 1920 with total page 838 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book W H Hudson written by John R. Payne and published by . This book was released on 1977 with total page 274 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
