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Title: The Foot-path Way
Note: Reading ease score: 66.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary: "The Foot-path Way" by Bradford Torrey is a collection of nature essays written in the late 19th century. The author, a keen observer of the natural world, explores themes of botany, ornithology, and the joy of wandering through landscapes, particularly in the Franconia region of New England. The essays are characterized by their blend of scientific inquiry and lyrical appreciation of nature, aiming to inspire a deeper connection with the environment. At the start of "The Foot-path Way," the author introduces himself and his companions—an eclectic group of naturalists—who are gathered in a serene hotel in Franconia for a shared pursuit of moth collecting, bird watching, and botanical exploration. As they embark on their adventures, Torrey captures the essence of their experiences in the wilderness, detailing their encounters with various birds and plants. He reflects on the beauty of the landscape, the thrill of discovery, and the camaraderie shared amongst fellow naturalists, setting the stage for a narrative that celebrates the wonders of nature through keen observation and heartfelt prose. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Torrey, Bradford, 1843-1912
EBook No.: 27285
Published: Nov 17, 2008
Downloads: 107
Language: English
Subject: Birds
LoCC: Science: Zoology
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The Foot-path Way
Note: Reading ease score: 66.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by Robin Monks, Carolyn Bottomley, Joseph Cooper
and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at
https:
//www.pgdp.net
Summary: "The Foot-path Way" by Bradford Torrey is a collection of nature essays written in the late 19th century. The author, a keen observer of the natural world, explores themes of botany, ornithology, and the joy of wandering through landscapes, particularly in the Franconia region of New England. The essays are characterized by their blend of scientific inquiry and lyrical appreciation of nature, aiming to inspire a deeper connection with the environment. At the start of "The Foot-path Way," the author introduces himself and his companions—an eclectic group of naturalists—who are gathered in a serene hotel in Franconia for a shared pursuit of moth collecting, bird watching, and botanical exploration. As they embark on their adventures, Torrey captures the essence of their experiences in the wilderness, detailing their encounters with various birds and plants. He reflects on the beauty of the landscape, the thrill of discovery, and the camaraderie shared amongst fellow naturalists, setting the stage for a narrative that celebrates the wonders of nature through keen observation and heartfelt prose. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Torrey, Bradford, 1843-1912
EBook No.: 27285
Published: Nov 17, 2008
Downloads: 107
Language: English
Subject: Birds
LoCC: Science: Zoology
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.