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100 1 _aJefferies, Richard,
_d1848-1887
245 1 0 _aNature Near London
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2006
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2006-06-19
508 _aProduced by Malcolm Farmer and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
520 _a"Nature Near London" by Richard Jefferies is a reflective nature writing piece written in the late 19th century. The work explores the rich and vibrant natural world that exists in close proximity to the urban landscape of London, emphasizing that one does not need to venture far into the countryside to appreciate wildlife. Instead, the author shares his observations of various birds and plants that thrive in the area, challenging the notion that nature can only be fully experienced in remote locations. The opening of the text sets a contemplative tone as Jefferies recounts his experiences living just outside London, where he discovers an abundance of bird life and natural beauty. He vividly describes the sights and sounds of springtime, from the songs of chiffchaffs and nightingales to the rustling foliage where rabbits and pheasants are spotted. Anecdotes about the different species and the changes of the seasons reveal his deep appreciation and connection to the environment around him. As he reflects on the contrasts between the peaceful countryside and the bustling city, he invites readers to observe and find solace in the simple beauty of nature, even in such a metropolitan setting. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aNatural history -- Outdoor books
653 _aNature study
653 _aCountry life -- England
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/18629
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