Quote by Henry David Thoreau

What is a country without rabbits and partridges They are among the most simple and indigenous animal products ancient and venerable familes known to antiquity as to modern times of the very hue and substance of Nature, nearest allied to leaves and to the ground.

What is a country without rabbits and partridges They are am

Summary

This quote suggests that rabbits and partridges are essential to the essence of a country. It highlights their simplicity, long history, and strong connection to nature. They are described as indigenous animals that have been revered throughout ancient and modern times. The comparison to leaves and the ground emphasizes their close relationship with the natural world. The quote implies that the absence of these animals would diminish the true character and identity of a country.

By Henry David Thoreau

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