Wood Magic: A Fable

Name: Wood Magic: A Fable
Author: Richard Jefferies

By Richard Jefferies

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A curious country boy named Sir Bevis explores his garden and slips into the wider woodland, where attentive natural observation gives way to an animal realm with courts, councils, and rivalries. Episodes centre on various creatures — a cunning bird-king with an impregnable nest, storm-driven conflicts, secret intrigues among courtiers, and smaller adventures of a weasel, a squirrel, and brook-dwellers — culminating in open battle, a shaken court, and the emergence of a new ruler. The narrative blends close attention to plants and animal behavior with fable-like politics and moral reflection, arranged as a series of linked, episodic scenes.

About the Author

Richard Jefferies

Richard Jefferies was an English author and naturalist, known for his vivid depictions of rural life and nature. His works often reflect a deep appreciation for the English countryside, blending elements of fiction and essays. Among his notable works is "After London; Or, Wild England," a pioneering post-apocalyptic novel that explores themes of nature reclaiming civilization. Jefferies also wrote extensively about the natural world in essays such as "Field and Hedgerow," showcasing his keen observations and lyrical prose. His writings have contributed significantly to the literary heritage of nature writing and continue to resonate with readers interested in the relationship between humanity and the environment.