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LoC No.: 01006952

Title: Palmetto-Leaves

Note: Reading ease score: 66.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by David Edwards, Melissa McDaniel and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This
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Summary: "Palmetto-Leaves" by Harriet Beecher Stowe is a collection of travel essays written in the late 19th century. The book presents a vivid and personal exploration of Florida, showcasing not only the natural beauty of the region but also the social and cultural dynamics of its time. Stowe shares her observations, experiences, and reflections on various landscapes, flora, and the people she encounters, often weaving in themes of love for nature and compassion for all beings. The opening of the book introduces readers to a journey aboard a steamer from Savannah to Florida, featuring a cast of characters who share their musings about a stray dog they encounter. This dog, described as “nobody’s dog,” becomes a central symbol of longing and companionship in a landscape filled with both beauty and struggle. Stowe’s narrative juxtaposes the dog's plight with her admiration for Savannah, a city that enchants her with its charm and verdant squares. Ultimately, this initial portion sets the tone for a thoughtful exploration of both Florida’s landscapes and the emotions associated with human-animal relationships, emphasizing themes of belonging and the search for home. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Stowe, Harriet Beecher, 1811-1896

EBook No.: 39972

Published: Jun 11, 2012

Downloads: 224

Language: English

Subject: Florida -- Description and travel

Subject: Saint Johns River Valley (Fla.) -- Description and travel

Subject: Mandarin (Jacksonville, Fla.) -- Description and travel

Subject: Saint Johns River Valley (Fla.) -- Social life and customs -- 19th century

Subject: Mandarin (Jacksonville, Fla.) -- Social life and customs -- 19th century

LoCC: United States local history: Gulf States. West Florida

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

urn:gutenberg:39972:2 2012-06-11T00:00:00+00:00 Public domain in the USA. Stowe, Harriet Beecher en urn:lccn:01006952 1
2024-11-05T14:07:20Z Palmetto-Leaves

This edition has images.

LoC No.: 01006952

Title: Palmetto-Leaves

Note: Reading ease score: 66.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by David Edwards, Melissa McDaniel and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This
file was produced from images generously made available
by The Internet Archive)

Summary: "Palmetto-Leaves" by Harriet Beecher Stowe is a collection of travel essays written in the late 19th century. The book presents a vivid and personal exploration of Florida, showcasing not only the natural beauty of the region but also the social and cultural dynamics of its time. Stowe shares her observations, experiences, and reflections on various landscapes, flora, and the people she encounters, often weaving in themes of love for nature and compassion for all beings. The opening of the book introduces readers to a journey aboard a steamer from Savannah to Florida, featuring a cast of characters who share their musings about a stray dog they encounter. This dog, described as “nobody’s dog,” becomes a central symbol of longing and companionship in a landscape filled with both beauty and struggle. Stowe’s narrative juxtaposes the dog's plight with her admiration for Savannah, a city that enchants her with its charm and verdant squares. Ultimately, this initial portion sets the tone for a thoughtful exploration of both Florida’s landscapes and the emotions associated with human-animal relationships, emphasizing themes of belonging and the search for home. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Stowe, Harriet Beecher, 1811-1896

EBook No.: 39972

Published: Jun 11, 2012

Downloads: 224

Language: English

Subject: Florida -- Description and travel

Subject: Saint Johns River Valley (Fla.) -- Description and travel

Subject: Mandarin (Jacksonville, Fla.) -- Description and travel

Subject: Saint Johns River Valley (Fla.) -- Social life and customs -- 19th century

Subject: Mandarin (Jacksonville, Fla.) -- Social life and customs -- 19th century

LoCC: United States local history: Gulf States. West Florida

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

urn:gutenberg:39972:3 2012-06-11T00:00:00+00:00 Public domain in the USA. Stowe, Harriet Beecher en urn:lccn:01006952 1