Ways of Nature by John Burroughs

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Author Burroughs, John, 1837-1921
Title Ways of Nature
Note Reading ease score: 74.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Contents Ways of nature -- Bird-songs -- Nature with closed doors -- The wit of a duck -- Factors in animal life -- Animal communication -- Devious paths -- What do animals know? -- Do animals think and reflect? -- A pinch of salt -- The literary treatment of nature -- A beaver's reason -- Reading the book of nature -- Gathered by the way.
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Summary "Ways of Nature" by John Burroughs is a collection of reflective essays written in the early 20th century. The work delves into the complexities of animal behavior and the interplay between instinct and intelligence, challenging anthropomorphic interpretations of nature. Through his observations, Burroughs explores the nuances of animal life, questioning the extent to which animals possess "sense" in comparison to human consciousness. At the start of the collection, Burroughs introduces the inspiration behind his essays, fueled by letters from schoolchildren inquiring about the intelligence of birds. He reflects on the tendency of contemporary writers to attribute overly human characteristics to animals, cautioning against idealizing their behaviors. Using insightful anecdotes, he illustrates his musings on instinct and judgment in various wildlife situations, emphasizing the lack of reasoning in most animal behavior while acknowledging some instances that may appear to border on intelligence. Overall, the opening portion sets the stage for a thoughtful examination of the natural world, balancing observation with philosophical inquiry. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class QH: Science: Natural history
LoC Class QL: Science: Zoology
Subject Animal behavior
Subject Natural history -- Outdoor books
Subject Animal intelligence
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EBook-No. 30249
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Oct 24, 2024
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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