A Little Boy Lost

"A Little Boy Lost" by W. H. Hudson is a novel written during the late 19th century. The story follows a young boy named Martin who, after a series of whimsical adventures, becomes separated from his home on the great plain and embarks on a journey through various landscapes, encountering strange creatures and learning about the world around him. The opening of the book introduces Martin's idyllic early life with his family, particularly focusing on his father, a carpenter, and the unique environment of their home in a remote area. Martin is depicted as a curious and adventurous child, often playing among the sunflowers and befriending the creatures of the land. However, a misadventure involving a snake leads to a mix of parental worry and concern. As Martin grows, he begins to explore further, becoming fascinated with the natural world and the strange mirages on the horizon. This opening ultimately sets the stage for his forthcoming adventures and hints at themes of innocence, exploration, and the contrast between childhood wonder and the complexities of the adult world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

William Henry Hudson, known in Argentina as Guillermo Enrique Hudson, was an Anglo-Argentine author, naturalist and ornithologist. Born in the Argentinian pampas where he roamed free in his youth, he observed bird life and collected specimens for the Smithsonian Institution. The Patagonian birds Knipolegus hudsoni and Asthenes hudsoni are named after him. He would later write about life in Patagonia that drew special admiration for his style. His most popular work Green Mansions (1904), a romance set in the Venezuelan forest inspired a Hollywood movie and several other works.