Length4h 9m
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In "Moorland Idylls," Grant Allen invites readers into a richly-detailed exploration of rural life in the English moors, blending vivid natural descriptions with insightful character studies. The work employs a realist literary style, characterized by its careful observation and lyrical prose, which captures the beauty and solitude of the moorland landscape while intertwining the lives of its inhabitants. Allen's narratives, steeped in the ethos of the late Victorian era, reflect a burgeoning interest in nature and the psychological complexities of everyday life, making this collection a significant contribution to the pastoral literary tradition. Grant Allen, a prominent writer and naturalist of his time, drew upon his scientific background and keen observations of the natural world to craft his stories. With a passion for the outdoors and a profound understanding of human psychology, Allen's experiences as a Canadian émigré and his encounters with English society enhance the authenticity of his portrayal of rural life. His varied career in journalism and science fused with literature suggests that "Moorland Idylls" originates from a desire to bridge the gap between intellectual exploration and artistic expression. For readers seeking a poignant reflection on humanity set against the backdrop of nature's grandeur, "Moorland Idylls" presents a compelling and immersive experience. Allen's work does not merely celebrate the beauty of the moors but also serves as a meditation on the interconnectedness of people and the landscape they inhabit, making this book an essential read for those interested in the interplay between nature and narrative.
Audiobook details
GenreGeneral Fiction
Length4 hrs 9 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateJun 3, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1I. THE NIGHT-JAR.
18XVIII. A MOORLAND FIRE.
2II. PROPHETIC AUTUMN.
19XIX. THE ARCADIAN DONKEY.
3III. OUR WINGED HOUSE-FELLOWS.
20XX. A LIFE-AND-DEATH STRUGGLE.
4IV. A NEIGHBOURLY GOSSIP.
21XXI. THE SHRIKE’S LARDER.
5V. A RABBIT OF THE WORLD.
22XXII. NESTS AND NO NESTS.
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6VI. THE ADDER’S SIESTA.
23XXIII. THE CROUCH OAK.
7VII. A FLIGHT OF QUAILS.
24XXIV. A SPOTTED ORCHIS.
8VIII. IN LEAFLESS WOODS.
25XXV. THE ROOT OF THE MATTER.
9IX. A BUTTERFLY EPISODE.
26XXVI. THE DEVIL’S PUNCHBOWL.
10X. THE FROZEN POND.
27XXVII. THE LARK IN AUTUMN.
11XI. THE GNARLED PINE-TREE.
28XXVIII. THE SQUIRREL’S HARVEST.
12XII. IVY IN THE COPSE.
29XXIX. A DRAINED FISHPOND.
13XIII. A DESPERATE STRUGGLE FOR LIFE.
30XXX. AN INTERVIEW WITH A COCK-SPARROW.
14XIV. COLTSFOOT FLOWERS.
31XXXI. THE GREEN WOODPECKER.
15XV. A HEATHER EPISODE.
32XXXII. THE HAREBELL.
16XVI. THE CHRYSALIS YEAR.
33XXXIII. THE UNTAMABLE SHREW.
17XVII. A SUMMER STROLL.
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