W. H. Hudson, or William Henry Hudson, was an English writer and naturalist born on August 4, 1841, in Argentina. He is best known for his novels and essays that often focus on nature and the environment. His most famous works include Green Mansions and The Purple Land, which reflect his deep appreciation for the natural world and his experiences in South America. Hudson moved to England in 1870, where he continued to write and became an influential figure in the early conservation movement. He was a founding member of the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds and contributed significantly to the understanding of wildlife and ecology in his time. Hudson passed away on August 18, 1922.