My Boyhood by John Burroughs
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About this eBook
| Author | Burroughs, John, 1837-1921 |
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| Title | My Boyhood |
| Note | Reading ease score: 75.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "My Boyhood" by John Burroughs is a memoir that reflects on the author's formative years spent in rural America during the mid-19th century. The narrative captures Burroughs’ deep affection for his childhood surroundings, detailing his life on a family farm nestled in the Catskill Mountains. Through this examination of his early experiences, Burroughs illustrates the intertwining themes of nature, family, and the simple pleasures of country life, along with how these moments shaped his character and career as a writer. The opening of "My Boyhood" reveals Burroughs’ nostalgic recollections of his life on the farm, starting with a heartfelt foreword by his son, Julian. He sets the stage by sharing his early childhood memories, familial connections, and the work ethic ingrained in him by his parents. Burroughs describes the childhood joy of farm duties, from milking cows to gathering sap for maple syrup, combined with moments of boyish adventure and mischief. His reflections range from the harsh realities of farm life interspersed with the beauty of nature to the emotional experiences of growing up in a large family, capturing both the trials and tribulations inherent to rural living. Overall, the beginning serves not just as a narrative of events but as a deep, personal exploration of Burroughs' identity shaped by the landscapes and experiences of his youth. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QH: Science: Natural history |
| Subject | Burroughs, John, 1837-1921 -- Childhood and youth |
| Subject | Naturalists -- New York (State) -- Biography |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 7280 |
| Release Date | Jan 1, 2005 |
| Most Recently Updated | May 28, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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