Fiue Hundred Pointes of Good Husbandrie (eBook)

Thomas Tusser (Autor)

William H. Payne, Sidney J. H. Herrtage (Herausgeber)

eBook Download: EPUB

2022
325 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654701833-9 (EAN)

Infos

Thomas Tusser's 'Fiue Hundred Pointes of Good Husbandrie' is a seminal work in the sixteenth-century English agricultural literature. Originally published in 1557, the book consists of practical advice and guidelines on how to run a successful farm, covering topics such as crop rotation, livestock management, and seasonal agricultural tasks. Written in a didactic style, Tusser's work provides valuable insights into the agricultural practices of the period, making it a crucial source for understanding early modern farming techniques in England. The book's blend of prose and verse adds a lyrical quality to its instructional nature, making it both informative and engaging for readers interested in the history of agriculture. Thomas Tusser, a farmer and poet, drew upon his personal experiences in agriculture to write 'Fiue Hundred Pointes of Good Husbandrie'. His expertise in farming, coupled with his literary skills, enabled him to create a work that remains influential in the field of agricultural literature. Tusser's practical approach and clear language make his book accessible to a wide range of readers, making it a valuable resource for scholars, historians, and anyone interested in the history of farming. I highly recommend 'Fiue Hundred Pointes of Good Husbandrie' to those looking to explore the intersection of agriculture and literature in early modern England.

Autor

Thomas Tusser (1524–1580) was an English poet and farmer, best known for his didactic work 'Fiue Hundred Pointes of Good Husbandrie.' The book outlines proper farming techniques and rural domestic economy, interspersed with proverbs and moral lessons. It was first published in 1557 and expanded in 1573, illustrating Tusser's deep understanding of agriculture and his yearning to educate others. The text gives valuable insight into 16th-century rural life and showcases Tusser's unique blend of practical advice and verse. Born in Essex, Tusser received education at Eton and King's College, Cambridge, although he did not complete his degree. Instead, he pursued a career that straddled the fields of agriculture and literature. His work is notable for its rhyming couplets, a structure that aimed to make the precepts easy to remember. Though his literary output was not vast, 'Fiue Hundred Pointes' is a significant contribution to English literature, considering its unique combination of poetry and agricultural manual. Tusser's influence continued as his book remained in print into the 19th century, reflecting the enduring nature of his agricultural wisdom and literary charm. His work provides a window into the world of Tudor England, revealing the period's social, economic, and cultural practices.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 29.5.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Natur / Technik ► Garten
• Schlagworte: 16th-century agriculture • 16th century English poetry • agrarian literature • Agricultural manual poetry • Agriculture • British farming practices • classic English husbandry • early modern English classics • Early works to 1800 • Elizabethan era poetry • English • English farming verses • English Language • Farm work hierarchy • historical agricultural advice • historical farming techniques • Home economics • Land enclosure benefits • pastoral poetry • Poetic farming guide • Provincialisms • Role of women in farming • Rural labor dynamics • Tenant farmer perspective • Terms and phrases • Thomas Tusser works • Tudor period writings