Outdoors At Idlewild: Or The Shaping Of A Home On The Banks Of The Hudson

""Outdoors at Idlewild: Or The Shaping of a Home on the Banks of the Hudson"" is a memoir written by Nathaniel Parker Willis about his experiences building a home in the Hudson River Valley in the mid-19th century. The book is a detailed account of Willis' efforts to create a beautiful and functional living space in the midst of nature, and his reflections on the joys and challenges of country life. Willis describes the natural beauty of the area, the wildlife he encounters, and the pleasures of outdoor activities such as fishing and hunting. He also discusses the difficulties of building a home from scratch, including the challenges of finding suitable building materials, hiring skilled labor, and dealing with the unpredictable weather. Throughout the book, Willis reflects on the importance of nature and the outdoors in shaping his own character and values, and he offers advice to readers on how to make the most of their own experiences in the natural world. ""Outdoors at Idlewild"" is a fascinating and engaging memoir that offers a unique perspective on life in the Hudson River Valley during a time of great change and growth in America.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.