This book is a charming and delightful collection of essays and sketches by William Cullen Bryant, chronicling his trips into the woods with his friends Longfellow and Halleck. The author's vivid descriptions of nature, his reflections on the beauty of the forest, and his witty observations of his companions make this a delightful read for lovers of literature and nature alike. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.