Project Gutenberg 2004-07-01 Public domain in the USA. 193 Jefferies, Richard 1848 1887 Jefferies, John Richard The Life of the Fields The pageant of summer -- The field-play -- Bits of oak bark -- Meadow thoughts -- Clematis lane -- Nature near Brighton -- Sea, sky, and down -- January in the Sussex woods -- By the Exe -- The water-colley -- Notes on landscape painting -- Village miners -- Mind under water -- Sport and science -- Nature and the gamekeeper -- The sacrifice to trout -- The hovering of the kestrel -- Birds climbing the air -- Country literature -- Sunlight in a London square -- Venice in the east end -- The pigeons at the British museum -- The plainest city in Europe. Produced by Malcolm Farmer "The Life of the Fields" by Richard Jefferies is a collection of essays exploring the beauty and intricacies of nature, likely written during the late 19th century. The book delves into themes of rural life, human interaction with the natural world, and the profound joy and wisdom that can be derived from observing nature’s cycles. Through vivid imagery and thoughtful reflections, Jefferies invites readers to connect with the landscapes of his countryside, celebrating the harmony between human existence and the wilderness. The opening of "The Life of the Fields" immerses the reader in rich descriptions of a summer landscape, emphasizing the beauty of the flora and fauna surrounding a serene countryside ditch. The author captures the essence of summer through detailed observations of plants, the scents of the earth, and the lively activities of birds and insects. Jefferies articulates a deep appreciation for the interconnectedness of life, portraying the landscape as not just a backdrop but as a vital participant in the ongoing spectacle of life and growth. This section sets the tone for the meditative exploration of nature that unfolds throughout the collection, with a focus on the sensory experiences and philosophical insights that the countryside inspires. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Reading ease score: 73.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. en Natural history -- Outdoor books Nature Paris (France) -- Description and travel Nature study QH Text Category: Essays, Letters & Speeches Category: Nature/Gardening/Animals 451054 2025-07-03T06:45:43.222644 text/html 450875 2025-01-09T22:06:51.385404 text/html 239339 2025-07-03T06:45:48.784562 application/epub+zip 243175 2025-07-03T06:45:44.838561 application/epub+zip 243174 2025-07-03T06:45:43.812590 application/epub+zip 414947 2025-07-03T06:45:52.200577 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 388411 2025-07-03T06:45:48.190566 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 349481 2022-09-03T10:42:00.549616 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 434212 2025-07-03T06:45:42.909596 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 433974 2013-01-25T14:12:50 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 18855 2025-07-03T06:45:52.324533 application/rdf+xml 11580 2025-07-03T06:45:44.300568 image/jpeg 3345 2025-07-03T06:45:44.059569 image/jpeg 169368 2013-01-25T14:15:16 application/octet-stream application/zip 233190 2025-07-03T06:45:43.258591 application/octet-stream application/zip Archives containing the RDF files for *all* our books can be downloaded at https://book.klll.cc/wiki/Gutenberg:Feeds#The_Complete_Project_Gutenberg_Catalog en.wikipedia