British Country Life in Autumn and Winter - Thomas, Edward
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Contained within this book is a collection of essays, field notes, and diary excerpts from numerous naturalists relating to British country life in Autumn and Winter. These fascinating and highly-readable articles will appeal to those with an interest in the British countryside and naturalism in general. Contents include: "Open-air Diary for October", "Open-air Diary for November", "Open-air Diary for December", "Open-air Diary for January", "Open-air Diary for February", "Open-air Diary for March", "Flowers of the Shore", "A Surrey Plateau", "Day-flying Moths", "The Sphinx Moth", "Humours of…mehr

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Produktbeschreibung
Contained within this book is a collection of essays, field notes, and diary excerpts from numerous naturalists relating to British country life in Autumn and Winter. These fascinating and highly-readable articles will appeal to those with an interest in the British countryside and naturalism in general. Contents include: "Open-air Diary for October", "Open-air Diary for November", "Open-air Diary for December", "Open-air Diary for January", "Open-air Diary for February", "Open-air Diary for March", "Flowers of the Shore", "A Surrey Plateau", "Day-flying Moths", "The Sphinx Moth", "Humours of Insect Life in October", "The Makers of Gossamer", etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in a modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new biography of Edward Thomas.
Autorenporträt
Philip Edward Thomas was a British poet and prose writer known for his thoughtful and lyrical works that captured the spirit of the English landscape and the human relationship with nature. Born in London in 1878 to Mary Elizabeth Thomas and Philip Henry Thomas, he was educated at St Paul's Juniors and Lincoln College. His writings often explored themes of nature, rural life, and quiet contemplation, reflecting his deep connection to the countryside. Although widely regarded for his poetry, he also produced notable prose and critical essays. Thomas's work is frequently associated with the subtle complexities of personal reflection and the fleeting moments of everyday life. Though sometimes identified as a war poet due to his service during World War I, much of his poetry does not focus directly on the battlefield but instead on the emotional and spiritual landscapes shaped by the war. His literary legacy remains influential, with his distinctive voice offering insight into both the beauty of nature and the human condition. Thomas died in 1917 during the Battle of Arras.