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| Author | Loudon, Mrs. (Jane), 1807-1858 |
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| Title |
Glimpses of Nature, and Objects of Interest Described, During a Visit to the Isle of Wight
Designed to Assist and Encourage Young Persons in Forming Habits of Observation |
| Note | Reading ease score: 76.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Glimpses of Nature, and Objects of Interest Described, During a Visit to the Isle of Wight" by Mrs. Loudon is a travel narrative written in the mid-19th century. This work captures observations and experiences during a family trip to the Isle of Wight, focusing on the sights, natural history, and various educational insights shared with the author's young daughter. The narrative aims to inspire young readers to cultivate a greater appreciation for their surroundings and develop observant habits. The opening of the book introduces Agnes Merton, a ten-year-old girl who feels neglected due to her father's poor health. However, her spirits lift when her mother proposes a trip to the Isle of Wight for the three of them, aligning with her father's need for a change of air. Excitedly, Agnes prepares for the journey, but not without her mother emphasizing the responsibilities she'll have during their travels. The narrative sets the stage for a blend of adventure and learning, with the mother guiding Agnes's observations of nature and various phenomena during their trip, addressing themes of exploration, education, and personal growth. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| LoC Class | QH: Science: Natural history |
| Subject | Isle of Wight (England) -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Natural history -- England -- Isle of Wight |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 48183 |
| Release Date | Feb 6, 2015 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 36 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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