The Bird Watcher in the Shetlands, with Some Notes on Seals—and Digressions

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Author Selous, Edmund, 1857-1934
Illustrator Smit, Joseph, 1836-1929
LoC No. w06000044
Title The Bird Watcher in the Shetlands, with Some Notes on Seals—and Digressions
Note Reading ease score: 66.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "The Bird Watcher in the Shetlands, with Some Notes on Seals—and Digressions" by Edmund Selous is a naturalist's account written in the early 20th century. This work blends travel writing and ornithology, reflecting on the author's observations during visits to the Shetland Islands. The narrative captures the richness of bird life, particularly the behaviors of terns and gulls, interspersed with reflections on solitude and the beauty of nature. The opening of the book establishes a vivid scene of the island, brimming with life yet imbued with a sense of solitude. Selous describes a landscape filled with the calls of terns, contrasting the lively atmosphere of the birds with his own feelings of isolation. He poignantly reflects on the interactions between the various bird species, revealing their behaviors and the complexities of their relationships, such as the way young terns respond to the presence of their parents. His observations extend beyond birds to include seals, as he sets the tone for a narrative rich in natural detail and philosophical digression. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class QL: Science: Zoology
Subject Birds -- Scotland -- Shetland
Subject Seals (Animals)
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EBook-No. 51429
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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