3 Review(s)

Child and Country by Will Levington Comfort is a reflective and thought-provoking work focused on the experiences of children and the relationship between the young generation and the natural world. Written in the early 20th century, Comfort explores themes of innocence, growth, and the bond between children and the environment, emphasizing how the countryside can serve as both a place for learning and a source of inspiration.The book is a collection of essays, stories, and observations about the role of children in the natural world. Comfort highlights the value of outdoor experiences in shaping a child’s character, offering a critique of urbanization and the increasing disconnect between young people and nature. He advocates for the importance of nature in fostering creativity, imagination, and physical well-being in children, and he explores how the rural landscape can teach children important life lessons about resilience, exploration, and respect for the earth.