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Idle Hours In A Library

by William Henry Hudson

"In the quiet of a library, William Henry Hudson shares his thoughts on a wide range of topics, from literature and nature to philosophy and religion." Idle Hours in a Library is a collection of essays by William Henry Hudson, an English naturalist and writer. The essays, which were originally published in various magazines and journals, cover a wide range of topics, from literature and nature to philosophy and religion. Hudson's essays are characterized by their wit, wisdom, and keen observations. He writes with a deep love of learning and a keen appreciation for the natural world. His essays are also infused with his own personal philosophy, which is based on the belief in the importance of beauty, truth, and compassion. Idle Hours in a Library is a delight to read. Hudson's essays are informative, thought-provoking, and often humorous. They are a perfect way to spend a few idle hours in a library or any quiet place.

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English

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English

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1897

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William Henry Hudson known in Argentina as Guillermo Enrique Hudson  was an Anglo-Argentine author, naturalist and ornithologist. Hudson was the son of Daniel Hudson and his wife Catherine (n&ea...

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