Thomas Garnett

Essays In Natural History And Agriculture

• Broschiertes Buch

Produktbeschreibung

A lucid doorway into a world where hedgerows, fields, and the domestic fireside mingle with careful observation and quiet wonder. This is the essay style natural history that feeds curiosity as it maps a countryside's daily rituals. Thomas Garnett's Essays In Natural History And Agriculture fuses early natural history collection with practical insight into farming and botany. Read as a single, richly attentive narrative, it blends rural life observations with notes on domestic animal husbandry, home garden practices, and the Allen-like habit of compiling knowledge for student of natural history and curious minds alike. The book moves beyond pure taxonomy to capture atmosphere, season, and the rhythms of Georgian era Britain, offering a vivid portrait of british countryside life and its enduring traditions. Indispensable for casual readers and classic-literature collectors alike, the work stands as a significant historical artefact-an accessible window into early agricultural literature and the everyday science behind farming, gardening, and rural living. Its enduring appeal lies in its clarity, humanity, and the quiet dignity of careful observation, amplified here by an illustrated edition natural history that enriches both mood and meaning. Out of print for decades and now republished by Alpha Editions, this volume is restored for today's and future generations. More than a reprint, it is a collector's item and a cultural treasure for home garden enthusiasts, scholars, and anyone drawn to the gentler science of a long-ago countryside.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Alpha Editions
• Seitenzahl: 154
• Erscheinungstermin: 17. August 2021
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 9mm
• Gewicht: 234g
• ISBN-13: 9789354944062
• ISBN-10: 935494406X
• Artikelnr.: 62606854

Autorenporträt

Thomas Garnett, an eminent figure in the field of literature and science of the 18th century, carved a niche for himself with his insightful observations on natural history and agriculture. Not much is known about the specifics of Garnett's personal life or academic credentials. However, his contributions to literature are encapsulated in his notable work, 'Essays in Natural History and Agriculture.' This significant book reveals Garnett's deep understanding of the natural world and his forward-thinking approaches to agricultural practices of his time. In his essays, Garnett reflects upon the intricate relationship between flora, fauna, and the methods of cultivation, which were pertinent to the enhancement of agricultural productivity. His literary style is marked by a clear, analytical, and often reflective prose that seeks to engage readers with the practicalities of natural history and the promise of agricultural evolution. Through his writings, Garnett not only educated his contemporaries but also left a lasting influence on future scholars and practitioners in the fields of botany, ecology, and sustainable farming. Without a detailed biographical record, his work remains the primary conduit for understanding his intellectual legacy.