Idyllists of the Countryside is a collection of six commentaries written by George Herman Ellwanger in 1896. The book explores the lives and works of individuals who have expressed their love for the outdoors and the joys of nature. Ellwanger examines the lives of poets, writers, and artists who have found inspiration in the beauty of the countryside, including John Burroughs, William Cullen Bryant, and Thoreau. The book offers a unique perspective...