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Far Away And Long Ago: A History Of My Early Life,New
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W.H. Hudson, In Full William Henry Hudson (Born August 4, 1841, Near Buenos Aires, Argentinadied August 18, 1922, London, England), British Author, Naturalist, And Ornithologist, Best Known For His Exotic Romances, Especially Green Mansions. Hudson? Parents Were Originally New Englanders Who Took Up Sheep Farming In Argentina. He Spent His Childhoodlovingly Recalled In Far Away And Long Ago (1918)Freely Roaming The Pampas, Studying The Plant And Animal Life, And Observing Both Natural And Human Dramas On What Was Then A Lawless Frontier. After An Illness At 15 Permanently Affected His Health, He Became Introspective And Studious; His Reading Of Charles Darwin? Origin Of Species, Which Confirmed His Own Observations Of Nature, Had A Particularly Strong Impact. After His Parents?Death, He Led A Wandering Life. Little Is Known Of This Period Or Of His Early Years In England, Where He Settled In 1869 (And Was Naturalized In 1900). Poverty And Illhealth May Have Occasioned His Marriage In 1876 To A Woman Much Older Than Himself. He And His Wife Lived Precariously On The Proceeds Of Two Boardinghouses, Until She Inherited A House In The Bayswater Section Of London, Where Hudson Spent The Rest Of His Life. His Early Books, Romances With A South American Setting, Are Weak In Characterization But Imbued With A Brooding Sense Of Nature? Power. Although Hudson? Reputation Now Rests Chiefly On These Novels, When Published They Attracted Little Attention. The First, The Purple Land That England Lost, 2 Vol. (1885), Was Followed By Several Long Short Stories, Collected In 1902 As El Omb? His Last Romance, Green Mansions (1904), Is The Strange Love Story Of Rima, A Mysterious Creature Of The Forest, Half Bird And Half Human. Rima, The Best Known Of Hudson? Characters, Is The Subject Of The Statue By Jacob Epstein In The Bird Sanctuary Erected In Hudson? Memory In Hyde Park, London, In 1925. The Romances Secured Hudson The Friendship Of Many English Men Of Letters, Among Them Joseph Conrad, Ford Madox Ford, Edward Garnett, And George Gissing. His Books On Ornithological Studies (Argentine Ornithology, 188889; British Birds, 1895; Etc.) Brought Recognition From The Statesman Sir Edward Grey, Who Procured Him A State Pension In 1901. He Finally Achieved Fame With His Books On The English Countrysideafoot In England (1909), A Shepherd? Life (1910), Dead Man? Plack (1920), A Traveller In Little Things (1921), And A Hind In Richmond Park (1922). By Their Detailed, Imaginative Descriptions, Conveying The Sensations Of One Who Accepted Nature In All Its Aspects, These Works Did Much To Foster The ?Acktonature?Movement Of The 1920S And 1930S But Were Subsequently Little Read.
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- Q: How many pages does this book have? A: This book has one hundred eighty-four pages. It's a comprehensive read that delves into the author's early life and experiences.
- Q: What are the dimensions of the book? A: The dimensions of the book are six inches in length, zero point four seven inches in width, and nine point zero two inches in height. These dimensions make it suitable for easy handling and reading.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book features a paperback binding. This type of binding is lightweight and flexible, making it easy to carry.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of the book is W.H. Hudson. He is known for his works that combine elements of nature and life experiences.
- Q: What genre does this book belong to? A: This book belongs to the Biographies and Memoirs genre. It provides insights into the author's life and his observations of nature.
- Q: What is the reading level for this book? A: This book is suitable for adult readers. It contains themes and language that are geared towards a mature audience.
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- Q: Is this book safe for all age groups? A: Yes, this book is generally safe for adult readers. However, some themes may not be suitable for younger audiences.
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- Q: How is this book different from other biographies? A: This book is different because it focuses on the early life of W.H. Hudson, highlighting his relationship with nature and personal experiences. It combines biography with naturalistic observations.
- Q: Does the book include illustrations or photos? A: No, this book does not include illustrations or photos. It is primarily text-based, focusing on Hudson's narrative and insights.
- Q: Is there a digital version of this book available? A: Yes, a digital version of this book is available for those who prefer e-readers. Check online retailers for options.
- Q: What themes are explored in this book? A: The book explores themes of nature, personal reflection, and the author’s early life experiences in Argentina. It captures the essence of his formative years.
- Q: Who published this book? A: This book is published by CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform. They specialize in self-publishing and independent works.