The Gentle Art of Tramping;With Introductory Essays and Excerpts on Walking - by Sydney Smith, William Hazlitt, Leslie Stephen, & John Burroughs

Many of the earliest books, particularly those dating back to the 1900s and before, are now extremely scarce and increasingly expensive. We are republishing these classic works in affordable, high quality, modern editions, using the original text and artwork.

Sports & Outdoors

GRAHAM, STEPHEN

Hiking & Camping

Thousand Fields

THE GENTLE ART OF TRAMPING -ROBERT HOLDEN - Originally published in 1927. - My secrct's in the zaind and open sUy, There is no longt ary Timt-to losi ; The world is young tuith laughtcr-u)c can fy Among thc inprisoned bours as we choos!e The rushing minutesp ause; an unusedD ay BreaAs into dawn and cheats the tired sun ; Thc birds are singing. Harl ! Qome out and play ! Therc is no hurry ! Ltft has just begun. -- CONTENTS ---We Set Out-Boots-The Knapsack-Clothes:-(r) Attire-(z) Motley-Carrying Money-The Companion-Whither Away ? --The Art of Idleness-Emblems of Tramping --The Fire-The Bed-The Dip-Drying after Rain-Marching Songs-Scrounging-Seeking Shelter - The Open - The Tramp as Cook....

This early work by Edward Thomas was originally published in 1909 and we are now republishing it with a brand new introductory biography. 'The Heart of England' is one of Thomas's works on the subject of nature. Philip Edward Thomas was born in Lambeth, London, England in 1878. His parents were Welsh migrants, and Thomas attended several schools, before ending up at St. Pauls. Thomas led a reclusive early life, and began writing as a teenager. He published his first book, The Woodland Life (1897), at the age of just nineteen. A year later, he won a history scholarship to Lincoln College, Oxford. Despite being less well-known than other World War I poets, Thomas is regarded by many critics as one of the finest.

The Heart of England

Literature & Fiction

Thomas, Edward

Poetry

First published in 1905, “Ways of Nature” is a collection of essays by American naturalist John Burroughs. Within them, Burroughs explores the idea of bird intelligence, which he maintains had been generally misjudged by his contemporaries due to a “growing tendency to humanize the lower animals”. A fascinating and masterfully-written treatise, “Ways of Nature” is not to be missed by fans and collectors of Burroughs' seminal work. Contents include: “Ways Of Nature”, “Bird-songs”, “Nature With Closed Doors”, “The Wit Of A Duck”, “Factors In Animal Life”, etc. John Burroughs (1837 – 1921) was an American naturalist, essayist, and active member of the U.S. conservation movement. Burroughs' work was incredibly popular during his lifetime, and his legacy has lived on in the form of twelve U.S. Schools named after him, as well as Burroughs Mountain, and the John Burroughs Association. Contents include: “The Return of the Birds”, “In the Hemlocks”, “The Adirondacks”, “Birds'-Nests”, “Spring at the Capital”, “Birch Browsings”, “The Bluebird”, “The Invitation”, etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new biography of the author.

Ways of Nature

Burroughs, John

History

“Walking” is an essay by Henry David Thoreau based on a lecture originally delivered at the Concord Lyceum on April 23, 1851. Within it, Thoreau carefully explores the important relationship between nature and mankind. Thoreau considered it to be one of his best works, and repeatedly rewrote it during the 1850s. This volume will appeal to fans of Transcendental literature, and it would make for a wonderful addition to any collection. Henry David Thoreau (1817 – 1862) was an American poet, philosopher, essayist, abolitionist, naturalist, development critic, and historian. He was also a leading figure in Transcendentalism, and is best known for his book “Walden”, a treatise on simple living in a natural environment. Other notable works by this author include: “The Landlord” (1843), “Reform and the Reformers” (1846–48), and “Slavery in Massachusetts” (1854). Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new biography of the author.

Walking

Thoreau, Henry David`

Travel

"Wild Apples" is a fascinating and wonderfully-written essay concerning the history and variations of wild apple species by American naturalist Henry David Thoreau. One of Thoreau's major essays, "Wild Apples" perfectly conveys his profound love and appreciation of nature and it's many wonders. Highly recommended for lovers of nature writing and fans of Thoreau's seminal work. Contents include: "The History Of The Apple-tree", "The Wild Apple", "The Crab", "How The Wild Apple Grows", "The Fruit, And Its Flavor", "Their Beauty", "The Naming Of Them", "The Last Gleaning", and The 'Frozen-thawed' Apple". Henry David Thoreau (1817 - 1862) was an American poet, philosopher, essayist, abolitionist, naturalist, development critic, and historian. He was also a leading figure in Transcendentalism, and is best known for his book "Walden", a treatise on simple living in a natural environment. Other notable works by this author include: "The Landlord" (1843), "Reform and the Reformers" (1846-48), and "Slavery in Massachusetts" (1854). Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new biography of the author.

Wild Apples

Crafts, Hobbies & Home

Gardening & Landscape Design

Contained within this book is a collection of essays, field notes, and diary excerpts from numerous naturalists relating to British country life in Spring and Summer. These fascinating and highly-readable articles will appeal to those with an interest in the British countryside and naturalism in general. Contents include: "Open-air Diary for April", "Open-air Diary for May", "Open-air Diary for June", "Open-air Diary for July", "Open-air Diary for August", "Open-air Diary for September", "Introduction", "In Praise of Rain", "The Otter's Holt", "The Flowers of Early Spring", "Some English Butterflies", "Birds as Architects", etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in a modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new biography of Edward Thomas.

British Country Life in Spring and Summer: The Book of the Open Air

First published in 1863, "Snow-Flakes - A Chapter from the Book of Nature" is a wonderful collection of poems, reflections, and anecdotes connected by the common theme of the snowflake. These beautiful pieces explore it's shape, structure, and beauty, punctuated by wonderful illustrations depicting snowflakes in various different forms. This vintage book is highly recommended for all poetry and nature lovers, and it would make for a charming addition to any collection. Israel Perkins Warren (1814 - 1892) was an American author and journalist. Other notable works by this author include: "Our Father's Book" (1885), "The Book of Revelation" (1885), and "The Parousia" (1879).

Snow-Flakes: A Chapter from the Book of Nature

Warren, Israel Perkins

Mainly About Wolves

Seton, Ernest Thompson

History & Criticism

Born in the Lake District and having spent much of his life there, Wordsworth-together with his compatriots Robert Southey and Samuel Taylor Coleridge-would become known as the Lake Poets, with much of their work being inspired by the area's landscapes and people. Within this volume, Wordsworth presents a fantastic travellers' guide to the Lake District, which he originally wrote during a time of fiscal need. "A Guide Through the District of the Lakes in the North of England" is a fantastic volume that will appeal equally to lovers of English poetry and geography alike. William Wordsworth (1770-1850) was an English Romantic poet famous for helping to usher in the Romantic Age in English literature with the publication of "Lyrical Ballads" (1798), which he co-wrote with Samuel Taylor Coleridge. His best known work is perhaps "The Prelude", a semi-autobiographical poem from his early years which was changed and expanded many times throughout his life. Wordsworth was poet laureate of Britain between 1843 until his death in 1850. Other notable works by this author include: "The Tables Turned", "The Thorn", and "Lines Composed A Few Miles above Tintern Abbey". Contents include: "View of the Country as Formed but it's Inhabitants", "Changes, and Rules of Taste for Preventing their Bad Effects", "Miscellaneous Observations", "Excursions to the Top of Scawffel and on the Banks of Ulswater", and "Ode. The Pass of Kirkstone". Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a description of the scenery, for the use of tourists and residents.

Guide Through the District of the Lakes in the North of England: With a Description of the Scenery, For the Use of Tourists and Residents

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The Gentle Art of Tramping;With Introductory Essays and Excerpts on Walking - by Sydney Smith, William Hazlitt, Leslie Stephen, & John Burroughs

The Gentle Art of Tramping;With Introductory Essays and Excerpts on Walking - by Sydney Smith, William Hazlitt, Leslie Stephen, & John Burroughs

The Heart of England

Ways of Nature

Walking

Wild Apples

British Country Life in Spring and Summer: The Book of the Open Air

Snow-Flakes: A Chapter from the Book of Nature

Mainly About Wolves

Guide Through the District of the Lakes in the North of England: With a Description of the Scenery, For the Use of Tourists and Residents