Shepherd's Life; Impressions Of The South Wiltshire Downs

Shepherd's Life; Impressions Of The South Wiltshire Downs

by William Henry Hudson

Shepherd's Life is a classic work of English literature that offers a fascinating glimpse into the rural life of Wiltshire in the mid to late nineteenth century. Through the memories of a head shepherd, Caleb Bawcombe, Hudson explores the changing landscape of the countryside, the traditional practices of farming, and the characters and wisdom of the people who lived there. This engaging and informative book is a valuable contribution to our understanding of English rural history and culture.

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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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