Grain and Chaff from an English Manor
Capturing the essence of rural England in a lyrical tale of country life and societal shifts during the early 20th centuryBy Arthur Herbert Savory
Length9h 42m
About this audiobook
In "Grain and Chaff from an English Manor," Arthur Herbert Savory presents a rich tapestry of rural life in England, drawing upon his extensive experiences as a landowner and farmer. Through a series of evocative essays, Savory captures the rhythms of agrarian existence, interweaving personal anecdotes with keen observations on nature and society. His prose exudes a pastoral elegance, reminiscent of the English literary tradition, while also functioning as a critique of modernity's encroachment on traditional farming practices. Readers are offered a glimpse into the juxtaposition of sustained agricultural heritage with the pressures of industrialization, reflected through Savory'Äôs adept storytelling and keen eye for detail. Savory, who was deeply rooted in the traditions of English landownership, found inspiration in the serene yet challenging life of the countryside. His background as a farmer equipped him with a profound understanding of the land and its people, enabling him to observe the subtle impacts of societal change with clarity and authenticity. Furthermore, his commitment to fostering a sustainable relationship with the earth permeates his writing, establishing him as a voice of his time. I wholeheartedly recommend "Grain and Chaff from an English Manor" to those interested in the intersections of literature, agriculture, and history. It offers not only a window into the English countryside but also a reflective exploration of the values that underpin our connection to the land. Savory's work is a compelling read for scholars and general readers alike, resonating with timeless themes that remain relevant today.
Audiobook details
GenreHistorical Fiction, General Fiction
Length9 hrs 42 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 16, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
2OXFORD
3PREFACE
4CONTENTS: CHAPTER PAGE
5CHAPTER I.: ALDINGTON VILLAGE—THE MANOR HOUSE—THE FARM.
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6CHAPTER II.: THE FARM BAILIFF.
7CHAPTER III.: THE HOP FOREMAN AND THE HOP DRIER.
8CHAPTER IV.: THE HEAD CARTER—THE CARPENTER.
9CHAPTER V.: AN OLD FASHIONED SHEPHERD—OLD TRICKER—A GARDENER—MY SECOND HEAD CARTER—A LABOURER.
10CHAPTER VI.: CHARACTERISTICS OF AGRICULTURAL LABOURERS AND VILLAGERS.
11CHAPTER VII.: MACHINERY—VILLAGE POLITICS—ASPARAGUS.
12CHAPTER VIII.: MY THREE VICARS—CHURCH RESTORATION—CHURCHWARDEN EXPERIENCES— CLERICAL AND OTHER STORIES.
13CHAPTER IX.: THE SCHOOL BOARD—RELIGIOUS INSTRUCTION—SCHOOL INSPECTIONS—DEAN FARRAR—COMPULSORY EDUCATION.
14CHAPTER X.: VILLAGE INSTITUTIONS: CRICKET—FOOTBALL—FLOWERSHOW—BAND—POSTMAN— CONCERTS.
15CHAPTER XI.: DEALERS—LUCK MONEY—FAIRS—SALES—EFFECT OF CLIMATE ON CATTLE AND SHEEP—AGRICULTURAL SHOWS.
16CHAPTER XII.: FARM SPECIALISTS.
17CHAPTER XIII.: THE DAIRY—CATTLE—SHEEP—LAMBS—PIGS—POULTRY.
18CHAPTER XIV.: ORCHARDS—APPLES—CIDER—PERRY.
19CHAPTER XV.: PLUMS—CHERRIES.
20CHAPTER XVI.: TREES: ELM—OAK—BEECH—WILLOW—SCOTS-FIR.
21CHAPTER XVII.: CORN—WHEAT—RIDGE AND FURROW—BARLEY—FARMERS NEWSTYLE AND OLDSTYLE.
22CHAPTER XVIII.: HOPS—INSECT ATTACKS—HOP FAIRS.
23CHAPTER XIX.: METEOROLOGY—ETON AND HARROW AT LORD'S—"RUS IN URBE."
24CHAPTER XX.: CHANGING COURSE OF STREAMS—DEWPONDS—A WET HARVEST—WEATHER PHENOMENA—WILL-O'-THE-WISP—VARIOUS.
25CHAPTER XXI.: BIRDS: PEACOCKS—A WHITE PHEASANT—ROOKS' ARITHMETIC.
26CHAPTER XXII.
27CHAPTER XXIII.: BUTTERFLIES—MOTHS—WASPS.
28CHAPTER XXIV.: CYCLING—PAGEANTS OF THE ROADS—ROADSIDE CREATURES—HARMONIOUS BUILDING—COLLECTING OLD FURNITURE AND CHINA.
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