In Pursuit of Spring by Edward Thomas
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"In Pursuit of Spring" by Edward Thomas is a travel narrative written in the early 20th century. The book chronicles an adventurous journey undertaken by the author as he cycles from London to the scenic Quantock Hills in Somerset, exploring the landscapes and observing the natural beauty along the way. The narrative is an exploration of the changing seasons and the author’s profound connection with the environment. At the start of the
narrative, the reader is introduced to the author's contemplative mindset as he prepares for his journey. He reflects on the weather patterns, making plans regarding his route while expressing a desire to witness the arrival of Spring. Through poetic imagery, he describes the vibrancy of nature in London and the anticipation of the blossoming countryside. The author details the sights and sounds he experiences as he travels, juxtaposing the serenity of the natural world with the bustling city life. This opening sets the tone for an exploration of not just geographical locations, but also themes of renewal, nature, and personal reflection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Thomas, Edward, 1878-1917 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Haslehust, E. W., 1866-1949 |
| Title | In Pursuit of Spring |
| Credits |
Produced by Henry Flower and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 72.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Great Britain -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Authors, English -- 20th century -- Biography |
| Subject | Thomas, Edward, 1878-1917 -- Travel -- Great Britain |
| Subject | Poets, Welsh -- 20th century -- Biography |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 58395 |
| Release Date | Dec 1, 2018 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 774 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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