Librería Samer Atenea
Kálamo Books
Librería Elías (Asturias)
Librería Kolima (Madrid)
Librería Proteo (Málaga)
'Fresh Fields' is a captivating collection of nature and travel essays by the renowned American naturalist John Burroughs. In this fourth volume of his complete writings, Burroughs takes his keen observational skills across the Atlantic to explore the lush landscapes and pastoral beauty of the British Isles. Through a series of evocative chapters, he compares the flora, fauna, and geology of England and Scotland with those of his native North America, providing a unique transatlantic perspective on the natural world.The work delves into the heart of the British countryside, featuring detailed accounts of birdlife, wildflower meadows, and the distinctive character of the British climate. Beyond mere scientific observation, Burroughs weaves in literary reflections, visiting the haunts of celebrated writers and poets to see how the local environment shaped their work. 'Fresh Fields' stands as a testament to the author’s deep appreciation for the universal patterns of nature and his ability to find wonder in both the wild and the cultivated landscape. Readers will find a rich tapestry of prose that celebrates the quiet majesty of the outdoors and the enduring bond between humanity and the earth.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 may 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.
