Literary Recreations Of A Sheep Farmer (1864) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781104156046)

Literary Recreations of a Sheep Farmer is a collection of essays and musings by Lawrence Anderson, a sheep farmer in 19th century England. The book is divided into three parts, each containing a series of essays on various topics such as farming, nature, literature, and philosophy. In the first part, Anderson shares his experiences and insights as a sheep farmer, discussing topics such as the breeding and care of sheep, the challenges of farming in different seasons, and the importance of hard work and perseverance. The second part of the book focuses on Anderson's love of nature and his observations of the natural world. He writes about the beauty of the countryside, the habits of various animals, and the changing seasons. The final part of the book is dedicated to Anderson's love of literature and his reflections on various works of fiction and poetry. He discusses the works of Shakespeare, Milton, and Wordsworth, among others, and shares his thoughts on the power of language and the importance of storytelling. Throughout the book, Anderson's writing is marked by a deep appreciation for the simple pleasures of life and a profound respect for the natural world. His essays offer a unique perspective on rural life in 19th century England and provide a glimpse into the mind of a thoughtful and introspective farmer.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.

Author: Lawrence Anderson
ISBN-10: 1104156040
ISBN-13: 9781104156046
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 03/04/2009
Pages: 180
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.96lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.56d