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Men and the Fields by Adrian Bell takes you on an evocative journey into the heart of rural Britain, capturing a world on the brink of transformation. Written in 1939, this compelling chronicle offers a unique opportunity to explore the enchanting landscapes of East Anglia and the lowlands as they navigate the delicate balance between tradition and change.
This beautifully crafted narrative draws upon Bell’s personal experiences as a laborer on the land, providing astute observations that reflect the essence of countryside life. His vivid prose brings to life:
As mechanization begins to reshape the harvest fields, Bell pays tribute to the ageless skills of the ploughman, shepherd, and woodman, capturing a way of life that is soon to be irrevocably altered. Men and the Fields serves as a poignant reminder of rural Britain before modern agricultural practices revolutionized our connection to food and the environment.
This latest edition revives John Nash's original color lithographs and exquisitely restores the black-and-white line drawings, allowing readers to experience the book as intended in 1939. With its rich historical context and artistic illustrations, Men and the Fields is a must-have for anyone passionate about the rural landscape and its enduring legacy.
ISBN: | 9780956254528 |
Author: | Adrian Bell |
Format: | Paperback / softback |
Imprint: | Little Toller Books |
Publisher: | Little Toller Books |
Dimensions: | 216 x 157 x 14 mm |
Publication Date: | 06 June, 2009 |
Pagination: | 160 pages, B/w line drawings and colour lithographs |
Weight: | 296g |
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Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’
Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’