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Memoirs of a Fox-Hunting Man
Paperback
Classic FictionHistorical Fiction
ISBN13: 9781025835662
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 400
Weight: 1.23
Height: 0.82 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Memoirs of a Fox-Hunting Man is a celebrated semi-autobiographical novel by Siegfried Sassoon that provides a lyrical and nostalgic exploration of pre-World War I English society. The story follows the maturation of George Sherston, a solitary young man whose life is defined by the rhythms and traditions of the rural countryside. From his early days of quiet contemplation to his growing obsession with the art of fox-hunting and the camaraderie of local cricket matches, the narrative offers a vivid portrait of a vanished Edwardian world.
Sassoon's prose beautifully captures the landscapes of Kent and the social intricacies of the sporting gentry. However, beneath the serene surface of hunt balls and equestrian pursuits lies the impending shadow of the Great War. As Sherston evolves from a shy youth into a skilled horseman, the idyllic stability of his upbringing is gradually confronted by the harsh realities of a changing world. This work serves as a poignant reflection on the loss of innocence and the end of an era, balancing pastoral charm with the subtle melancholy of impending transformation. As the first installment of the Sherston Trilogy, Memoirs of a Fox-Hunting Man remains a cornerstone of twentieth-century literature, prized for its evocative atmosphere and its profound insight into the English character.
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