Memoirs of a Surrey Labourer: A Record of the Last Years of Frederick…
"Memoirs of a Surrey Labourer: A Record of the Last Years of Frederick Bettesworth" by George Bourne is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work chronicles the latter years of Frederick Bettesworth, an elderly laborer, as he shares stories and personal experiences from his life in rural Surrey. Through his candid reflections and anecdotes, the book sheds light on the struggles and resilience of the working class duringthat period, focusing on themes of hardship, community, and the passage of time. The opening of this memoir introduces Bettesworth, who works in the author's garden, where his engaging conversations provide insight into both his character and the life of a laborer. As he discusses past winters and the challenges faced by his family and neighbors, his kindness and generosity emerge—especially when he recounts how he shared food with those in need. The dialogue is rich with the vernacular of the time, capturing not just Bettesworth's nostalgia but also the rhythm of daily life in the countryside. Through this initial glimpse, the reader can appreciate Bettesworth's deep connections to nature, his surroundings, and the community around him, setting a tone of humility and authenticity for the memoir. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Sturt, George, 1863-1927 |
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| Title | Memoirs of a Surrey Labourer: A Record of the Last Years of Frederick Bettesworth |
| Note | Reading ease score: 78.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Melissa McDaniel and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Surrey (England) -- Fiction |
| Subject | Working class -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 42092 |
| Release Date | Feb 13, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 109 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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