A Watcher in The Woods

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Sharp, Dallas Lore, 1870-1929

Contributor:

Horsfall, R. Bruce (Robert Bruce), 1869-1948.

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"A Watcher in The Woods" by Dallas Lore Sharp is a collection of nature essays written in the early 20th century. The book offers a contemplative examination of wildlife, particularly focusing on the lives and struggles of birds and other creatures during the harsh winters of New England. Through vivid descriptions and personal observations, it deepens readers' appreciation for the natural world and its inhabitants. The opening of the book sets a poignant tone as the narrator reflects on the plight of birds facing a fierce winter storm. Against the backdrop of a cold, dark night, he wonders where these creatures find shelter and warmth. He recounts a moment of awakening to find frozen quails at his window, illustrating the desperation of wildlife in harsh conditions. Throughout the opening passages, Sharp blends poetic imagery with keen naturalist insights, illustrating the contrasts between human comforts and the struggles of wild animals, making a strong case for empathy towards nature as he explores the interconnectedness of life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Contents:

Birds' winter beds

Some snug winter beds

"Mus'rattin'"

Feathered neighbors

From river-ooze to tree-top

Rabbit roads

Second crops

In the October moon.

Credits:

Produced by David Edwards, Julia Neufeld and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 76.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2012-09-22