Richard Jefferies: A Study
H. S. Salt
- Edition: First Edition
- Publisher: MacMillan & Co., New York; Swan Sonnenschein & Co., London
- Published: 1894
- Length: 126
- Format: Hardback
- First Edition Reprint
- 1894 MacMillan & Co., New York; Swan Sonnenschein & Co., London, Paperback
Summary
Henry S. Salt’s Richard Jefferies: A Study offers a thoughtful and focused exploration of Jefferies’ literary contributions and philosophical views. This work, as Salt notes, is not a biography, but a study that touches on the key events of Jefferies’ life while delving deeper into his literary output and ideas. For more comprehensive biographical details, Salt directs readers to the works of Mr. Besant, P. Anderson Graham, and Dr. R. Garnett.
In this concise yet rich analysis, Salt draws on his earlier articles for prominent publications such as Temple Bar and the Pall Mall Gazette, incorporating valuable insights from various sources, including Jefferies’ publishers. He also acknowledges the support of key figures like Dr. S. A. Jones, Mr. P. Anderson Graham, and Dr. R. Garnett.
Illustrated with the only known photograph of Jefferies, taken in 1879, and specially commissioned images of “Jefferies-land” for the large-paper edition, this study is both an intellectual homage and a visual tribute to the writer. Salt’s work is an essential read for those seeking a nuanced understanding of Richard Jefferies’ literary legacy and his deep connection to nature.
Content
- As Man
- As Naturalist
- As Poet-Naturalist
- As Thinker
- As Writer
- Bibliographical Appendix
Reviews
- Richard Jefferies The Critic, New York, March 3, 1894
