Kilvert's Diary
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Few have written more beautifully about the British countryside than Francis Kilvert. A country clergyman born in 1840, Kilvert spent much of his time visiting parishioners, walking the lanes and fields of Herefordshire and writing in his diary. Full of passionate delight in the natural world and the glory of the changing seasons, his diaries are as generous, spontaneous and vivacious as Kilvert himself. He is an irresistible companion. This new edition of William Plomer’s original selection contains new archival material as well as a fascinating introduction illuminating Kilvert’s world and the history of the diaries. ‘One of the best books in English’ Sunday Times 'Kilvert has touched and delighted (and mildly shocked) readers of his diaries ever since they were first published. New readers are in for a treat' Alan Bennett Review: A wonderful read - The best diarist is the honest diarist! From life as a vicar in rural Wales, Kilvert recorded his conversations with both rich and poor and the stories he was told. We travel with him on his journeys around the country, his happiness with friends and family, the ups and downs of his love life and the joy he found in the beauty of the countryside. A wonderful read. Review: entertaining but nothing more - A shame that not all entries are available, this is only a selection and a bit disappointing at that, descriptions are quite repetitive and lack originality.
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 47 Reviews |
K**N
A wonderful read
The best diarist is the honest diarist! From life as a vicar in rural Wales, Kilvert recorded his conversations with both rich and poor and the stories he was told. We travel with him on his journeys around the country, his happiness with friends and family, the ups and downs of his love life and the joy he found in the beauty of the countryside. A wonderful read.
J**M
entertaining but nothing more
A shame that not all entries are available, this is only a selection and a bit disappointing at that, descriptions are quite repetitive and lack originality.
H**Y
A step back in time
Working in libraries for over 40 years this book has been in my view for a long time so I was particularly pleased to acquire it, having read a review of this edition. It is the diary of Francis Kilvert, a clergyman in Herefordshire in the 19th century. It is reknown for his description of the nature and countryside about him and his views on human nature. The reader is left with the feeling that it hasn't changed much after all. It's a gentle, enjoyable read by a man who was passionate about all he observed.
P**L
Enjoying this
Very readable
M**N
Kilvert's Diary
A wonderfully descriptive diary by a clergyman, Robert Kilvert, parish priest in Clyro Herefordshire. His interest in young girls seems odd these days when his innocence is not really taken into account. Worth reading and rereading. One thing of particular interest these days is how easy it was to travel at considerable distances if, like Kilvert, you were fit and could walk or took coaches and trains of which there were many. It's sad that his marriage lasted such a short time before he died. Marion in Hailey
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