A Countryman’s Year
A Countryman’s Year by John Humphreys, published by David & Charles in 2003, offers a vivid exploration of rural life through the changing seasons. This New Ed edition spans 160 pages and is presented in English. The book invites readers to experience various traditional activities, from the bustling threshing gang to the serene marshes where scythes cut thatching reeds, providing a glimpse into the customs and traditions that shape rural communities.
Readers will find a rich tapestry of rural practices, including the work of hedge trimmers and eel catchers, as well as the ancient skills of falconry. The narrative captures the essence of seasonal celebrations, such as the horkey, which marks the harvest home. Through its detailed observations, this book delves into the social science aspects of customs and traditions, making it a thoughtful reflection on the rhythms of country life.
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Join the dusty bustle of a threshing gang with steam engine and elevator, while the sheaves fly lightly into the maw of the drum. Come down to the marshes and hear the dry swish of scythes cutting the thatching reeds. Watch the hedge trimmer at work and meet the eel catcher with his wriggling harvest. See the falconer practise skills which were old even when Edward the Confessor was on the throne and dance at a horkey to celebrate the harvest home.
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