Mature
The Goshawk
A Journey into Falconry: Exploring Human-Animal Bonds in British LiteratureBy T. H. White
Length5h 22m
About this audiobook
T. H. White's "The Goshawk" is an evocative exploration of the intricate relationship between man and nature, interwoven with themes of obsession and mastery. Written in a lyrical prose style that reflects White's deep appreciation for the natural world, the narrative chronicles his personal journey of training a wild goshawk, capturing the raw beauty and brutality of both the animal and the environment. It stands as a pivotal work in the genre of nature writing, illustrating the psychological and philosophical dimensions of falconry, while also serving as a meditation on control, power, and the fragility of life. T. H. White, best known for his Arthurian novels, had a profound affinity for nature shaped by his own experiences and challenges. His fascination with birds of prey mirrors his struggles with personal identity and societal expectations. "The Goshawk" emerges as a reflection of White's introspection, fueled by his tumultuous upbringing and desire to find solace in the wilderness, ultimately informing his narratives that intertwine the mythical with the tangible. This book is highly recommended for readers seeking a thoughtful, immersive nature experience that transcends mere observation. Those interested in falconry, wilderness survival, and the intricate dynamics between humanity and wildlife will find White's prose both illuminating and evocative, offering profound insights that linger long after the final page.
Audiobook details
GenreScience and Nature
Length5 hrs 22 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateAug 30, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1PART ONE
34Thursday
2CHAPTER I
35Friday
3Tuesday
36Saturday
4Night
37CHAPTER V
5Wednesday
38Saturday
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6Thursday
39Sunday
7Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
40Monday
8Thursday
41Tuesday
9Friday, Saturday, Sunday
42Wednesday
10Monday
43Thursday
11CHAPTER II
44Friday
12Tuesday
45Saturday
13Wednesday
46PART TWO
14Thursday, Friday
47Sunday
15Saturday
48Monday
16Sunday
49Tuesday
17Monday
50Wednesday
18Tuesday
51Thursday
19Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
52Friday
20CHAPTER III
53Saturday
21Sunday
54Sunday
22Monday
55Monday
23Tuesday
56Tuesday
24Wednesday
57Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
25Thursday
58Saturday
26Friday
59Sunday
27Saturday
60Monday
28Sunday
61Tuesday
29CHAPTER IV
62PART THREE
30Sunday
63Monday
31Monday
64Tuesday
32Tuesday
65POSTSCRIPT
33Wednesday
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