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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a meticulously researched and engaging exploration of the life of Gilbert White, the renowned naturalist whose observations of the natural world in his beloved Selborne, Hampshire, captivated readers for generations. The book delves into White's family history, tracing his lineage back to the Middle Ages, revealing the interconnectedness of the White family with other prominent families of Hampshire and Oxfordshire. The author illuminates White's early years, his education, and his subsequent career as a clergyman, tracing his path from Oxford to various curacies before finally settling in Selborne. The book offers a vivid portrayal of White's home and surroundings, capturing the essence of the village and its enchanting natural features that so inspired the naturalist. Through detailed accounts of White's life and his vast correspondence, the book offers unique insights into the everyday life of an eighteenth-century naturalist and the cultural context that shaped his work. This fascinating biography unveils the enduring legacy of Gilbert White as a pioneering naturalist who skillfully blended scientific observation with elegant prose, capturing the beauty and wonder of the natural world in a way that continues to resonate with readers today. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781334067778_0
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The Life and Letters of Gilbert White of Selborne, Vol 1 of 2 Classic Reprint
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Condition: Hervorragend. Zustand: Hervorragend | Seiten: 394 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar. Seller Inventory # 27957228/1