Springtime and Other Essays by Sir Francis Darwin

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Author Darwin, Francis, Sir, 1848-1925
LoC No. 20009511
Title Springtime and Other Essays
Note Reading ease score: 67.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Contents Springtime -- Some names of characters in fiction -- Thomas Hearne, 1678-1735 -- Recollections -- Old instruments of music -- The traditional names of English plants -- Sir Joseph Dalton Hooker -- A great hospital [St. Bartholomew's] -- Sir George Airy -- Sydney Smith -- Charles Dickens -- A procession of flowers.
Credits This ebook was transcribed by Les Bowler
Summary "Springtime and Other Essays" by Sir Francis Darwin is a collection of essays written in the early 20th century. The essays explore various themes, including the beauty and symbolism of spring, as well as reflections on literature and natural history. Through vivid descriptions and personal anecdotes, Darwin engages readers with a blend of natural observation and philosophical musings. The opening of the collection begins with an essay titled "Springtime," where the author contemplates the changing seasons, specifically focusing on spring's arrival. He examines the transition from winter to spring, paying attention to the blooming of various plants and flowers. The text captures a sense of renewal and appreciation for nature's cycles, offering detailed observations about flora and the emotional resonance of the seasons. This blend of botanical detail and reflective narrative showcases Darwin's deep connection to the natural world and sets the tone for the essays that follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class AC: General Works: Collections, Series, Collected works, Pamphlets
Subject Essays
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EBook-No. 33668
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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