Hampshire Days by W. H. Hudson
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| Author | Hudson, W. H. (William Henry), 1841-1922 |
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| LoC No. | 23015893 |
| Title | Hampshire Days |
| Note | Reading ease score: 61.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Al Haines |
| Summary | "Hampshire Days" by W. H. Hudson is a nature memoir written in the early 20th century. The work captures the beauty and intricacies of the New Forest in Hampshire, exploring its wildlife, particularly birds and small mammals. The narrative is rich in detail, reflecting Hudson’s intimate observations of the natural world and the cycles of life and death within it, making it appealing to those interested in environmental writing and natural history. The opening of "Hampshire Days" paints a vivid picture of autumn in the New Forest, detailing a personal experience of the author in December 1902. As he notes the lingering autumn colors and wildlife, he describes a setting filled with sounds and sights that particularly delight bird lovers. The passage introduces the reader to various creatures—the song of small birds, the vibrant colors of the foliage, and the interactions of species such as the weasel and cuckoo—while also conveying Hudson's contemplative reflections on nature’s beauty and its harsh realities, including predation and mortality. This initial exploration sets the stage for a deeper engagement with the themes of life, survival, and the delicate balance within ecosystems. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QH: Science: Natural history |
| Subject | Natural history -- Outdoor books |
| Subject | Natural history -- England -- Hampshire |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 60041 |
| Release Date | Aug 2, 2019 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 63 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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