Recreations of Christopher North, Volume 2 By: John Wilson (1785-1854)
In "Recreations of Christopher North, Volume 2" John Wilson continues to showcase his immense talent as a writer and essayist. This collection of essays and musings covers a wide range of topics, from literature and art to nature and everyday life. Wilson's writing is rich and vibrant, filled with wit and insight that will captivate readers from the very first page. His love of language is evident in every sentence, and he has a unique ability to transport the reader into his world, making them feel as if they are right there with him as he explores the wonders of the world around him. One of the standout qualities of this collection is Wilson's deep appreciation for the natural world. His descriptions of the Scottish landscape are breathtaking, and his enthusiasm for nature is infectious. Readers will find themselves longing to walk through the rolling hills and lush forests that Wilson so vividly describes. Overall, "Recreations of Christopher North, Volume 2" is a delightful and engaging collection that will appeal to readers who appreciate artful prose and thoughtful reflections on life. Wilson's voice is unique and compelling, making this book a true pleasure to read. First Page: RECREATIONS OF CHRISTOPHER NORTH A NEW EDITION IN TWO VOLUMES VOL. II. WILLIAM BLACKWOOD AND SONS EDINBURGH AND LONDON MDCCCLXVIII CONTENTS OF VOL. II. PAGE MAY DAY 1 SACRED POETRY: CHAPTER I., 38 CHAPTER II., 53 CHAPTER III., 75 CHAPTER IV., 88 CHRISTOPHER IN HIS AVIARY: FIRST CANTICLE, 98 SECOND CANTICLE, 125 THIRD CANTICLE, 149 FOURTH CANTICLE, 165 DR KITCHINER: FIRST COURSE, 182 SECOND COURSE, 194 THIRD COURSE, 203 FOURTH COURSE, 212 SOLILOQUY ON THE SEASONS: FIRST RHAPSODY, 224 SECOND RHAPSODY, 239 A FEW WORDS ON THOMSON, 253 THE SNOWBALL BICKER OF PEDMOUNT, 274 CHRISTMAS DREAMS, 285 OUR WINTER QUARTERS, 304 STROLL TO GRASSMERE: FIRST SAUNTER, 327 SECOND SAUNTER, 355 L'ENVOY 369 REMARKS ON THE SCENERY OF THE HIGHLANDS, 385 RECREATIONS OF CHRISTOPHER NORTH... Continue reading book >>

Recreations of Christopher North, Volume 2 By: John Wilson (1785-1854)

In "Recreations of Christopher North, Volume 2" John Wilson continues to showcase his immense talent as a writer and essayist. This collection of essays and musings covers a wide range of topics, from literature and art to nature and everyday life.

Wilson's writing is rich and vibrant, filled with wit and insight that will captivate readers from the very first page. His love of language is evident in every sentence, and he has a unique ability to transport the reader into his world, making them feel as if they are right there with him as he explores the wonders of the world around him.

One of the standout qualities of this collection is Wilson's deep appreciation for the natural world. His descriptions of the Scottish landscape are breathtaking, and his enthusiasm for nature is infectious. Readers will find themselves longing to walk through the rolling hills and lush forests that Wilson so vividly describes.

Overall, "Recreations of Christopher North, Volume 2" is a delightful and engaging collection that will appeal to readers who appreciate artful prose and thoughtful reflections on life. Wilson's voice is unique and compelling, making this book a true pleasure to read.

First Page:

RECREATIONS

CHRISTOPHER NORTH

A NEW EDITION IN TWO VOLUMES

VOL. II.

WILLIAM BLACKWOOD AND SONS EDINBURGH AND LONDON MDCCCLXVIII

CONTENTS OF VOL. II.

PAGE MAY DAY 1

SACRED POETRY:

CHAPTER I., 38

CHAPTER II., 53

CHAPTER III., 75

CHAPTER IV., 88

CHRISTOPHER IN HIS AVIARY:

FIRST CANTICLE, 98

SECOND CANTICLE, 125

THIRD CANTICLE, 149

FOURTH CANTICLE, 165

DR KITCHINER:

FIRST COURSE, 182

SECOND COURSE, 194

THIRD COURSE, 203

FOURTH COURSE, 212

SOLILOQUY ON THE SEASONS:

FIRST RHAPSODY, 224

SECOND RHAPSODY, 239

A FEW WORDS ON THOMSON, 253

THE SNOWBALL BICKER OF PEDMOUNT, 274

CHRISTMAS DREAMS, 285

OUR WINTER QUARTERS, 304

STROLL TO GRASSMERE:

FIRST SAUNTER, 327

SECOND SAUNTER, 355

L'ENVOY 369

REMARKS ON THE SCENERY OF THE HIGHLANDS, 385

RECREATIONS

CHRISTOPHER NORTH... Continue reading book >>

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