A Bird-Lover in the West

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Miller, Olive Thorne, 1831-1918

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"A Bird-Lover in the West" by Olive Thorne Miller is a nature study and travelogue written in the late 19th century. The narrative follows the author as she embarks on a journey to the Rocky Mountains, specifically exploring Colorado and her experiences observing birds and flora in their natural habitats. Through her detailed observations and poetic reflections, Miller invites readers to appreciate the beauty of the Western landscape and its diverse wildlife. The opening of the book sets the stage for an introspective and deeply personal exploration of nature. Miller describes her departure from the constraints of city life, emphasizing her desire for rest and rejuvenation in the mountains. As she travels through the changing landscapes, she expresses her anticipation of discovering the unique avian life of Colorado, underscoring the contrasts between her familiar Eastern experiences and the novel environment she encounters. The chapter establishes a serene and reflective tone, building a connection between the author and the natural world around her. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Stephen Hope, Barbara Kosker, Joseph Cooper and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net

Notes:

Reading ease score: 71.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2009-01-27