The rhyme and reason of country life : or, Selections from fields old and new
"The Rhyme and Reason of Country Life: or, Selections from Fields Old and New" is a collection of literary selections focused on the theme of country life, likely written in the mid-19th century, as indicated by its publication in 1854. The compilation features various passages, poems, and essays from notable authors, including both contemporary and historical perspectives, celebrating the beauty and simplicity of rural existence. The text aims to illuminate the charms
of nature and the joys inhering in the countryside, making it an engaging read for those appreciative of pastoral themes. At the start of the collection, the editor elaborates on the scope and purpose behind the selections, admitting the vast range of beautiful writings available on the subject. The introduction draws attention to ancient and modern attitudes toward nature, critiquing past literary canons that often overlooked the depth of emotional connection to the natural world. The opening portion sets a contemplative tone, revealing the editor's intent to juxtapose the often overlooked beauty of rural life against the backdrop of more urban-centric literature, encouraging readers to find solace and inspiration in the peace that nature offers. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
The rhyme and reason of country life : or, Selections from fields old and new
Original Publication
New York: G. P. Putnam & Co., 1854.
Credits
Richard Tonsing and The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Reading Level
Reading ease score: 70.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
