The Chace

The Chace

William Somerville

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Nabu Press
Año de edición:
2009
ISBN:
9781141049578
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'The Chace,' a poem by William Somerville, offers a vivid depiction of the English countryside and the exhilarating sport of hunting. Written in elegant verse, the poem captures the sights, sounds, and emotions of the chase, from the anticipation of the hunt to the thrill of the pursuit. Somerville’s detailed descriptions bring to life the natural world, celebrating the relationship between man and animal, and the traditions of rural England.First published in 1735, 'The Chace' reflects the values and pastimes of its era, providing a fascinating glimpse into 18th-century aristocratic life. With its lyrical language and keen observations of nature, this poem remains a classic of sporting literature, appealing to readers interested in poetry, hunting, and the history of rural England.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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