Hudson W H

A Crystal Age

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Produktbeschreibung

"A Crystal Age," written with the aid of W. H. Hudson, is a splendid and visionary work of speculative fiction that transports readers to a far off and utopian future. Published in 1887, the novel introduces us to a global in which humanity has evolved beyond its cutting-edge state of lifestyles, attaining a harmonious and idyllic society. Hudson's narrative begins with the protagonist, a nineteenth-century man, who stumbles upon an historical, crystalline cavern that serves as a portal to this utopian age. As he enters this new international, he is astounded by the transformation of human society. Gone are the struggles, conflicts, and materialism of his very own time. In their vicinity, he reveals a nonviolent, agrarian society dwelling in concord with nature. The Crystal Age, as defined by Hudson, is a time of enlightenment and information. People stay communally, sharing assets and duties. They have advanced telepathic talents, getting rid of the want for spoken language, and have embraced a deep reference to the natural international. The novel explores themes of social evolution, environmentalism, and the capability for humanity to transcend its cutting-edge boundaries. Hudson's writing is marked via its poetic and philosophical depth, imparting readers a charming and idea-scary glimpse into an idealized future.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: DOUBLE 9 BOOKSLIP
• Seitenzahl: 144
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. Dezember 2023
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 9mm
• Gewicht: 191g
• ISBN-13: 9789359326801
• ISBN-10: 9359326801
• Artikelnr.: 69822070

Autorenporträt

W. H. Hudson was a British biologist, ornithologist, and author who lived from 1841 to 1922. Hudson, who was born in Argentina to British parents, spent a large portion of his youth travelling and learning about the flora and animals of South America. In his early twenties, he came to England and took a job as a clerk. Despite this, he continued to write about nature and in 1892, "The Naturalist in La Plata," his first book, was published. After that, Hudson published numerous other books about the natural environment, including "British Birds" and "Idle Days in Patagonia." He is most well-known, however, for his books, including "Green Mansions" and "The Purple Land," which merged his love of the outdoors with his prowess as a writer. The grandeur and mystique of the wilderness were beautifully and evocatively captured in Hudson's writing, which was praised for its in-depth and evocative depictions of the natural environment. He was also a forerunner in the conservation movement and a proponent of preserving endangered species' habitats. Despite his contributions to literature and conservation, Hudson experienced sorrow and hardship in his personal life. He struggled with depression, had money problems, and sadly lost his wife and two children. Nevertheless, readers and admirers of literature and the outdoors continue to read and appreciate his writing.