First published 1990
Richard Adams, author of the beloved classic Watership Down, reflects on his own life in this poignant memoir. From his wartime service to the pastoral rhythms of his youth, Adams paints a portrait of a steadfast man navigating the vicissitudes of the 20th century. Though his path is marked by hardship, his spirit shines through, revealing an unwavering dedication to his craft and the natural world. Tender, understated, and achingly human, "The day gone by" is a testament to the quiet heroism of an ordinary life.
Genres: 20th-century, autobiography, biography-memoir, 21st-century
Vibes: atmospheric, emotional, intimate
Tropes: ordinary-life, quiet-heroism
Setting: Newbury (England), Great Britain
Period: 20th century, 1918-1945
Paperback · Alfred A. Knopf