The Land's End: A Naturalist's Impressions In West Cornwall, Illustrated by Hudson
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"The Land's End: A Naturalist's Impressions In West Cornwall" by W. H. Hudson is a nature-inspired account written in the early 20th century. The work serves as a naturalist's memoir, sharing impressions of the wildlife, people, and landscapes of West Cornwall, particularly the Land's End region. It offers insights into the natural beauty of the area and the unique character of its inhabitants, particularly the fishermen and their relationships with the wild
animals around them. At the start of the memoir, the author reflects on his journey to Cornwall, revealing a mix of longing and finally fulfillment upon reaching St. Ives. He describes the rugged beauty of the town, the fishermen's daily lives, and their affectionate connection to children, contrasting it with the somber nature of loss in the community. Through detailed observations, Hudson paints a vivid picture of the landscape and the wildlife, such as daws and gulls, highlighting the gentle yet harsh life by the sea, while also pondering on the isolation and deep-rooted traditions of the Cornish people. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Hudson, W. H. (William Henry), 1841-1922 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Collins, A. L. |
| LoC No. | 08033922 |
| Title | The Land's End: A Naturalist's Impressions In West Cornwall, Illustrated |
| Credits |
Produced by David Widger from page images generously provided by the Internet Archive |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 62.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| LoC Class | QH: Science: Natural history |
| Subject | Cornwall (England : County) -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Natural history -- England -- Cornwall (County) |
| Subject | Land's End (England) |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 47990 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-47990-3 |
| Release Date | Jan 18, 2015 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 662 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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