A Florida Sketch-Book

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Torrey, Bradford, 1843-1912

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"A Florida Sketch-Book" by Bradford Torrey is a collection of travel essays written in the late 19th century. The work intricately portrays the natural landscapes, flora, and fauna of Florida, as well as the author's personal observations and interactions with the local residents and wildlife during his explorations of the region. The beginning of the book introduces readers to Torrey's journey as he expresses his intrigue for the flat-woods, a seemingly uninviting but ultimately captivating landscape. He recalls his initial impressions, detailing his experiences with the local environment and the various birds he encounters, such as robins, bluebirds, and the elusive brown-headed nuthatch. Through his vivid descriptions and encounters with colorful characters, including local wood-carriers and curious children, Torrey invites readers into a reflective exploration of Florida's unique ecosystem and the complex human interactions within it. The opening sets a tone of admiration and exploration, as Torrey balances his scientific observations with personal musings on the charm of Florida's wilderness. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Contents:

In the flat-woods

Beside the marsh

On the beach at Daytona

Along the Hillsborough

A morning at the old sugar mill

On the upper St. John's

On the St. Augustine road

Ornithology on a cotton plantation

A Florida shrine

Walks about Tallahassee.

Credits:

Produced by Sandra Brown and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team and the Internet Archive; University of Florida

Notes:

There is an improved edition of this title, eBook #59608

Reading ease score: 74.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2004-01-01