Village Life In The Fens Or Old Age Pensions And Back To The Land (1908)

""Village Life In The Fens: Or Old Age Pensions And Back To The Land"" is a book written by Frederic John Gardiner and published in 1908. The book is a detailed account of the author's experiences living in the rural areas of the Fens, a region in East Anglia, England. Gardiner's observations and reflections on the daily life of the villagers provide an insightful look into the social and economic conditions of the time. The author also discusses the impact of the introduction of old age pensions on the lives of the elderly in the village, and how it has affected their ability to sustain themselves.The book also explores the concept of ""back to the land"", which was a movement in the early 20th century that encouraged people to return to living off the land and pursuing a more self-sufficient lifestyle. Gardiner examines the challenges and benefits of this lifestyle, and how it can be a viable alternative to the urban lifestyle.Overall, ""Village Life In The Fens"" is a fascinating and informative read that offers a unique perspective on rural life in early 20th century England.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.