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Discover the poignant journey of British naturalist Bruce Frederick Cummings through his captivating journal, which chronicles his life from childhood to the tragic end brought on by multiple sclerosis. This diary artfully weaves together exquisite, poetic reflections on the beauty of the natural world with profound, introspective thoughts that echo the style of Kafka. While the diaries enjoyed a mix of acclaim and controversy upon their 1919 release, their allure has diminished alongside the waning interest in naturalism and diary writing. Yet, Cummings modern confessional voice resonates ...

Dive into the captivating final journal entries of British naturalist Bruce Frederick Cummings. This poignant narrative stretches from March 1918 to June 1919, a tumultuous period that saw the end of WWI. It’s a book that follows the successful publication of Cummings previous journal, The Journal of a Disappointed Man. In this more concise volume, Cummings offers his contemplative reflections on the end of the war, tinged with the realization that while the world celebrated peace, he was grappling with failing health. His body may have been succumbing to multiple sclerosis, but his ...