A Cotswold Village; Or, Country Life and Pursuits in Gloucestershire by Gibbs
"A Cotswold Village; Or, Country Life and Pursuits in Gloucestershire" by J. Arthur Gibbs is a descriptive account written in the late 19th century that provides an intimate portrayal of rural life in Gloucestershire. The work captures the charm and character of a small Cotswold village, exploring its landscapes, architecture, and the lives of its inhabitants through a blend of personal observation and poetic reflection. The opening of the book invites readers
into the picturesque Cotswold Hills, contrasting their stark, cold beauty with the vibrant life of the valley below. Gibbs recounts his first impression of the village, emphasizing its old stone cottages, lush trees, and the enchanting trout stream that flows nearby. As he describes the old manor house and its surrounding structures, he reveals a deep appreciation for the harmony between nature and architecture, as well as the sense of community among the villagers, highlighting the traditions that persist despite the encroaching changes of modern life. The idyllic setting serves as a backdrop to explore both the charm and the complexities of country existence, setting the stage for the deeper reflections on life and nature that will follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Gibbs, J. Arthur (Joseph Arthur), 1867-1899 |
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| Title | A Cotswold Village; Or, Country Life and Pursuits in Gloucestershire |
| Note | Reading ease score: 72.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Dave Morgan, Charlie Kirschner and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| Subject | Villages -- England -- Cotswold Hills |
| Subject | Cotswold Hills (England) -- Social life and customs |
| Subject | Gloucestershire (England) -- Social life and customs |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 11160 |
| Release Date | Feb 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Feb 19, 2004 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 467 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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