The Last Harvest by John Burroughs

Name: The Last Harvest
Author: John Burroughs

This work is a collection of essays that explore the changing seasons and their impact on nature and human experience. The author reflects on the passing of time, the cycle of life and death, and the interconnectedness of all living things. Through vivid descriptions of the natural world, he conveys a sense of wonder and awe at the beauty and complexity of existence.

By John Burroughs · First published 1866 · Genre: Nature Writing, Memoir, Philosophical · 55 chapters · 79,934 words

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Emerson's fame as a writer and thinker was firmly established during his lifetime by the books he gave to the world. His Journals, published over a quarter of a century after his death, nearly or quite double the bulk of his writing, and while they do not rank in literary worth with his earlier works, they yet throw much light upon his life and character and it is a pleasure to me, in these dark and troublesome times,[1] and near the sun-down of my life, to go over them and point out in some detail their value and significance.

[Footnote 1: Written during the World War. -- C. B.]

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Work type: Essay
Author: John Burroughs
Date: 1866 CE
Language: English
Genres: Nature Writing, Memoir, Philosophical, Literary Non-Fiction, Environmental Literature
Length: 79,934 words
Structure: 55 chapters, 650 paragraphs
Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)

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Nature Writing — The book explores themes of nature, the environment, and the relationship between humans and the natural world.
Memoir — It reflects personal experiences and observations, providing a narrative that intertwines personal history with broader themes.
Philosophical — The text delves into deeper reflections on life, existence, and the human condition.
Literary Non-Fiction — It combines factual content with literary style, emphasizing narrative and descriptive elements.