The Joy of Nature: an Anthology of Classic Literature (full Color Illustrated Edition)
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This wonderful anthology selects about 100 master works in the field of natural literature from the East and the West, focusing on the six major themes of earth, sky, fire, water, surprise, and deep thought, to present the myriad wonders of nature and mankind's endless pursuit and exploration of nature. The collection contains poetry, essays, novel fragments, diaries, letters, as well as articles of more scientific and natural history interest. From the heather bushes on the Yorkshire moors described by Charlotte Bronte, to the changing colors of the sky observed and recorded by Leonardo da Vinci, to the drifting clouds in Matsuo Basho's eyes, this rich collection combines a variety of unique perspectives and perceptions - lyrical, awe-inspiring, praising, and philosophical, revealing that the tradition of nature writing is long-standing and infinitely varied.
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