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Title: Edge of the Jungle
Note: Reading ease score: 59.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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Produced by Sankar Viswanathan, Mark C. Orton, Linda
McKeown, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at
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Summary: "Edge of the Jungle" by William Beebe is a collection of essays written in the early 20th century. The work is an exploration of the natural world, primarily focusing on the author's experiences and observations in the jungles of British Guiana. As an ornithologist and naturalist, Beebe shares his intimate connection with the flora and fauna of the jungle, inviting readers to appreciate the biodiversity and complexity of this unique ecosystem. The opening of the book introduces Beebe as he reflects on his move to Kartabo, a tropical research station where he sets up his laboratory. He paints a vivid picture of his surroundings, describing both the beauty and the sounds of the jungle. The narrative transitions to his observations of the unique behaviors of various animals and the interconnectedness of the ecosystem, including ants, birds, and other creatures that inhabit the jungle. He captures the essence of his new home, combining scientific curiosity with a deep appreciation for the natural world, setting the stage for a further exploration of life on the edge of the jungle. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Beebe, William, 1877-1962
EBook No.: 25888
Published: Jun 24, 2008
Downloads: 116
Language: English
Subject: Natural history -- Guyana
LoCC: Science: Natural history
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Edge of the Jungle
Note: Reading ease score: 59.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by Sankar Viswanathan, Mark C. Orton, Linda
McKeown, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at
http:
//www.pgdp.net
Summary: "Edge of the Jungle" by William Beebe is a collection of essays written in the early 20th century. The work is an exploration of the natural world, primarily focusing on the author's experiences and observations in the jungles of British Guiana. As an ornithologist and naturalist, Beebe shares his intimate connection with the flora and fauna of the jungle, inviting readers to appreciate the biodiversity and complexity of this unique ecosystem. The opening of the book introduces Beebe as he reflects on his move to Kartabo, a tropical research station where he sets up his laboratory. He paints a vivid picture of his surroundings, describing both the beauty and the sounds of the jungle. The narrative transitions to his observations of the unique behaviors of various animals and the interconnectedness of the ecosystem, including ants, birds, and other creatures that inhabit the jungle. He captures the essence of his new home, combining scientific curiosity with a deep appreciation for the natural world, setting the stage for a further exploration of life on the edge of the jungle. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Beebe, William, 1877-1962
EBook No.: 25888
Published: Jun 24, 2008
Downloads: 116
Language: English
Subject: Natural history -- Guyana
LoCC: Science: Natural history
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.