The Dune Country

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Reed, Earl H. (Earl Howell), 1863-1931.

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The Dune Country" by Earl H. Reed is a nature-focused narrative combined with personal observation, likely written in the early 20th century. This work paints a vivid picture of the sand dunes along the southern and eastern shores of Lake Michigan, exploring not only the unique landscape but also the diverse wildlife and intriguing human characters that inhabit it. The book serves as a canvas for the artistry of the dunes, inviting readers to appreciate the deeper emotional connection one can have with nature. At the start of "The Dune Country," Reed introduces the reader to the enchanting and constantly shifting landscape of the sand dunes, which are shaped by natural elements like the wind and water. He vividly describes the interplay of light and shadow on the dunes, the flora and fauna that thrive there, and the imaginative spirit the place inspires in those who visit. The opening evokes a sense of wonder and contemplation, highlighting how the dunes not only offer physical beauty but also serve as a refuge for solitary human characters, such as eccentric hermits and fisherman, who live in harmony with the wild nature around them. It's clear that Reed's exploration goes beyond mere description; he aims to capture the essence and emotional depth of this "land of enchantment." (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Contents:

The dune country

The gulls and terns

The turtles

The crows

"Old Sipes"

"Happy Cal"

"Catfish John"

"Doc Looney"

The mysterious prowler

"J. Ledyard Symington"

The back country

Judge Cassius Blossom

The winding river

The red arrow.

Credits:

Produced by Chuck Greif, ellinora and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)

Notes:

Illustrated by the author.

Reading ease score: 75.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Release date is 2018-11-23