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100 1 _aMasefield, John,
_d1878-1967
245 1 0 _aReynard the Fox
246 1 _aReynard the fox; or, The Ghost Heath run
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2011
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2011-11-18
508 _aProduced by Judith Wirawan, Juliet Sutherland, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
520 _a"Reynard the Fox" by John Masefield is a narrative poem written in the early 20th century. This work immerses readers in the age-old tradition of fox hunting, presenting a vivid portrayal of English country life and society. The poem closely follows Reynard, the clever fox, as he navigates the huntsmen and their hounds, evoking themes of survival, cunning, and the intricate relationship between man and nature. The opening of the poem sets the stage at the meet of a fox hunt at a quaint inn called "The Cock and Pye." It introduces various characters from different social backgrounds, including farmers, grooms, and the local clergy, all gathering for the hunt. Amidst the bustling scene at the stables, where grooms prepare the horses and the excitement builds, the reader is immersed in the sights, sounds, and interactions that characterize this slice of English rural life. The introductory portion captures the anticipation and camaraderie of the hunting community, while also hinting at the dangers that await Reynard, as the thrill of the chase unfolds. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aFox hunting -- Poetry
700 1 _aMoore-Park, Carton,
_d1877-1956
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/38052
999 _c78892
_d78892