Bird Neighbors by Neltje Blanchan
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About this eBook
| Author | Blanchan, Neltje, 1865-1918 |
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| Author of introduction, etc. | Burroughs, John, 1837-1921 |
| Title |
Bird Neighbors
An Introductory Acquaintance with One Hundred and Fifty Birds Commonly Found in the Gardens, Meadows, and Woods About Our Homes |
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| Note | Reading ease score: 67.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Summary | "Bird Neighbors" by Neltje Blanchan is a naturalistic and educational work published in the late 19th century. The book serves as an introductory guide to the identification and appreciation of one hundred and fifty common bird species found in everyday environments such as gardens, meadows, and woods. It aims to foster a deeper understanding of these feathered companions, highlighting their characteristics, habits, and habitats. The opening of the book features an introduction by John Burroughs, emphasizing the necessity of engaging with nature to ignite a passion for birdwatching. Burroughs discusses personal growth through observation, recounting how an initially uninformed acquaintance became enchanted by the avian world after being guided to recognize and appreciate the local birds. He suggests that by cultivating a relationship with these "bird neighbors," individuals can transform their perception of their surroundings and foster a lasting connection with nature. The preface outlines the book's goal to provide easy access to reliable information, enabling even novices to recognize and appreciate these common birds, ultimately encouraging readers to become active participants in nature observation. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QL: Science: Zoology |
| Subject | Birds |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 1889 |
| Release Date | Sep 1, 1999 |
| Most Recently Updated | Apr 3, 2015 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 58 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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