Afoot in England

The practice of walking in the countryside, or rambling, has been popular in England since the 18th century, and William Henry Hudson (1841-1922) was an influential figure in the field of walking tours. For Hudson, these excursions were more than a hobby. They were part of his vocation—as a naturali......more

This is a collection of memoirs and essays, mostly about William Henry Hudson's walks around the south coast of England. This was written in 1905, so it is very dense - thus I found myself re-reading bits occasionally. I found it fascinating, particularly his stories about locals who he met, who offe......more

The prose can be beautiful, but many of the attitudes expressed by the author did not age well.......more

A lovely read with vivid descriptions of the English countryside and rural life. This book allows the reader to escape into a magical world and maybe take a fresh look at their own environment......more

I love this author. He has the rare gift of self-effacement, allowing the people and the places in his writing to be beautifully clear!......more