Greene Ferne Farm

The pastoral novel 'Greene Ferne Farm' by Richard Jefferies presents the encounter of two farmers, Mr. Hedges and Mr. Ruck, as they exchange greetings by the churchyard wall on a Sunday morning. The men's attires highlight their different backgrounds, but their mutual love for the land unites them. Jefferies paints a vivid picture of the farm, with its pigsty, cow-yard, barn, and ricks, and invites readers to explore the beauty of rural life. Through his evocative writing, Jefferies offers a heartfelt tribute to the English countryside and its inhabitants.