Bücher von William Cole

Rural Months: A Descriptive Poem In Twelve Cantos is a book of poetry written by William Cole and published in 1824. The book is a collection of twelve cantos, each one describing a different month of the year in a rural setting. The poems are written in a descriptive style, using vivid language to paint a picture of the natural world and the changing seasons. The book is divided into four parts, with each part containing three cantos. The first part covers the months of January, February, and March, while the second part covers April, May, and June. The third part covers July, August, and September, and the final part covers October, November, and December. The poems are written in a traditional style, with a focus on nature and the beauty of the countryside. Overall, Rural Months is a charming and evocative collection of poetry that captures the essence of rural life in the early 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

First published in 1862, William Cole's journal records his experiences in the highly challenging circumstances of a trading expedition to Africa. Cole outlines in graphic detail the dangers he had to endure, and describes how he 'surmounted the most glaring difficulties'. Often displaying a wry humour, Cole's memoir speaks directly to the reader, with a tone of immediacy. In an anecdotal style, he describes the customs and costumes of the natives, and their often hostile reactions to him, and recounts how he was regularly without food, arms or assistance. The journal tells of the barbarity and cruelty he witnessed, alongside occasional acts of kindness or amusing situations. Cole's thoughts frequently revert to England, displaying his homesickness and his longing to return. Describing his life in Africa as 'a mixture of smiles and tears', Cole paints a vivid picture of a European in Africa during the mid-nineteenth century.