Riverby

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Burroughs, John, 1837-1921

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Riverby" by John Burroughs is a collection of outdoor essays written in the late 19th century. The book reflects Burroughs' keen observations and deep appreciation for nature, particularly the flora and fauna surrounding his home by the Hudson River. Through vivid descriptions and personal anecdotes, he shares his experiences with various plants and wildlife, inviting readers to connect with the beauty of the natural world. The opening of "Riverby" introduces readers to Burroughs' musings on the discovery of new flowers during his seasonal observations. He expresses his desire for these encounters to be serendipitous rather than forced, emphasizing a natural connection with the environment. As he describes specific wildflowers, he weaves in mythological references and personal anecdotes, showcasing not only his botanical knowledge but also a poetic appreciation for nature's intricacies. Through this initial exploration, Burroughs sets the tone for an intimate and contemplative journey through the wonders of the outdoor world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Contents:

Among the wild-flowers

The heart of the southern Catskills

Birds' eggs

Bird courtship

Notes from the prairie

Eye-beams

A young marsh hawk

The chipmunk

Spring jottings

Glimpses of wild life

A life of fear

Lovers of nature

A taste of Kentucky blue-grass

In Mammoth Cave

Hasty observation

Bird life in an old apple-tree

The ways of sportsmen

Talks with young observers.

Credits:

Produced by Greg Bergquist, Lisa Reigel, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries)

Notes:

Reading ease score: 75.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2014-04-02