A Country Life
A Country Life by Roy Strong, published by Thorndike Press in 2003, is a collection of reflections that captures the essence of rural living in England. Spanning 188 pages, this book compiles pieces originally written for the magazine A Country Life, where Strong shares his experiences and observations from nearly thirty years spent in Herefordshire. The narrative weaves through the changing seasons, offering insights into the countryside, gardens, and culinary delights, all framed within a personal and historical context.
Readers will find a rich tapestry of memories and observations that evoke the charm of country life. Strong’s lyrical prose brings to life the arrival of spring’s tarragon shoots, the joys of outdoor dining, and the nostalgia tied to seasonal traditions. The book explores themes of customs and traditions, providing a glimpse into the simple pleasures and timeless beauty of rural existence. A Country Life serves as a heartfelt portrayal of the English countryside, inviting readers to reflect on the joys of nature and the passage of time.
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Sir Roy Strong and his wife, the designer Julia Trevelyan Oman, have lived in the country for nearly thirty years. In 1987 he was asked to write an occasional column reflecting this quintessentially English way of life for the prestigious magazine A Country Life . This charming book brings these popular pieces together, portraying the passing of the seasons in what the author describes as his ‘beloved adopted county†of Herefordshire.A Country Life is a wide-ranging kaleidoscope of memories and observations, embracing the countryside, gardens, cooking, and remembrances of things both long gone and only yesterday. The author writes lyrically of the arrival of the bright green tarragon shoots in spring; of the delights of eating al fresco; of making sorbets from blackberry and quince; of the russet beech hedges in winter and the sweet nostalgia that comes from unpacking Christmas decorations.The keynote of A Country Life is delight – a portrait of life in the English countryside, which seems as old as time itself.
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