Washington Irving Lincoln Adams
Woodland and Meadow: Out of Door Papers Written on a New Hampshire Farm is a book written by Washington Irving Lincoln Adams and published in 1901. The book is a collection of essays that focus on the author’s experiences and observations while living on a farm in New Hampshire. Adams’ writing is descriptive and poetic, painting vivid pictures of the natural world around him. He writes about the changing seasons, the flora and fauna of the area, and the rhythms of life on the farm. He also touches on broader themes, such as the relationship between humans and nature and the importance of preserving the natural world.The essays in Woodland and Meadow are a mix of personal reflections and scientific observations. Adams was a trained botanist, and he brings a scientific eye to his descriptions of the natural world. However, he also writes with a sense of wonder and reverence for the beauty and complexity of nature.Overall, Woodland and Meadow is a charming and insightful book that offers a glimpse into life on a New Hampshire farm at the turn of the 20th century. It is a celebration of the natural world and a reminder of the importance of preserving it for future generations.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
