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_aWilson, John, _d1785-1854 |
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| 245 | 1 | 0 | _aRecreations of Christopher North, Volume 1 |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2010 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2010-03-16 | ||
| 505 | 0 | _aChristopher in his sporting jacket -- Tale of expiation -- Morning monologue -- The field of flowers -- Cottages -- An hour's talk about poetry -- Inch-cruin -- A day at Windermere -- The moors -- Highland snow-storm -- The Holy Child -- Our parish. | |
| 508 | _aE-text prepared by Jonathan Ingram, Joseph R. Hauser, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team | ||
| 520 | _a"Recreations of Christopher North, Volume 1" by John Wilson is a collection of essays encompassing observations and reflections related to various outdoor pastimes, written in the early 19th century. This work captures the spirit of field sports, particularly focusing on fishing and hunting, and is likely to resonate with readers who appreciate the beauty of nature and the traditions of outdoor life. The essays feature the character of Christopher North, who serves as a narrator sharing his experiences and insights into these pursuits. The opening of the volume presents the theme of sporting life in a richly descriptive and contemplative manner. It begins with an anecdote about the significance of different outdoor activities, exploring how they connect with human nature and individual personalities. In particular, it emphasizes the journey from childhood pleasures like fishing with simple equipment to the more complex skills honed over time in various hunting activities. The narrative beautifully intertwines elements of nostalgia, humor, and deep appreciation for the natural world, setting the stage for a delightful exploration of the joys and challenges of sportsmanship that are to follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
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