The Gamekeeper At Home: Sketches Of Natural History And Rural Life (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163600801)

""The Gamekeeper At Home: Sketches Of Natural History And Rural Life"" is a book written by John Richard Jefferies. It is a collection of essays that explores the natural world and rural life through the eyes of a gamekeeper. Jefferies, who was a naturalist and writer, spent much of his life in the English countryside and his love for nature is evident in this book. The essays in the book cover a wide range of topics, including the habits and behaviors of animals, the changing seasons, and the beauty of the natural world. Jefferies also writes about the challenges of being a gamekeeper, including the need to balance the needs of wildlife with the demands of landowners and farmers. Throughout the book, Jefferies' writing is lyrical and evocative, painting vivid pictures of the countryside and the creatures that inhabit it. His observations are both scientific and poetic, and he has a deep appreciation for the beauty and complexity of the natural world. Overall, ""The Gamekeeper At Home"" is a charming and insightful book that offers a unique perspective on rural life and the natural world. It is a must-read for anyone who loves nature, wildlife, and the outdoors.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: John Richard Jefferies
ISBN-10: 1163600806
ISBN-13: 9781163600801
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 224
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.67lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.47d