The Bird by Jules Michelet
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About this eBook
| Author | Michelet, Jules, 1798-1874 |
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| Illustrator | Giacomelli, Hector, 1822-1904 |
| Uniform Title | L'oiseau. English |
| Title | The Bird |
| Note | Reading ease score: 67.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The Bird" by Jules Michelet is a natural history work written in the mid-19th century. The book serves as an eloquent and poetic exploration of birds and their relationships with humans and nature, emphasizing the beauty and significance of avian life. Michelet discusses various aspects of bird life, their habits, and their importance in ecosystems, manifesting a profound admiration for their existence. At the start of the text, Michelet reflects on his motivation to study nature and the profound influence of personal experiences that shaped his perspective. He shares a tender narrative that outlines his beginnings, familial ties, and his connection with nature, specifically birds. The opening portion reveals his intimate conversations with loved ones and mesmerizing anecdotes about the vibrant birdlife around him, setting an emotional and philosophical tone for the exploration to come. Through these reflections, the reader gets a sense of Michelet's passionate advocacy for birds and his plea for a harmonious coexistence with all living beings. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QL: Science: Zoology |
| Subject | Birds |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 43341 |
| Release Date | Jul 28, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 211 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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