Some Animal Stories by Sir Charles G. D. Roberts
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About this eBook
| Creator | Roberts, Charles G. D., Sir, 1860-1943 |
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| Title | Some Animal Stories |
| Note | Reading ease score: 74.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Contents | Do seek their meat from god -- "The young ravens that call upon him" -- Strayed -- The watchers in the swamp -- Quills the indifferent -- Stripes the unconcerned -- The black mule of Aveluy -- Star-nose of the under ways -- Kroof, the she-bear -- The initiation of Miranda -- A royal marauder. |
| Credits | Produced by Al Haines |
| Summary | "Some Animal Stories" by Charles G. D. Roberts is a collection of animal-themed short stories written in the early 20th century. The anthology features a variety of animals as central characters, including panthers, eagles, porcupines, and skunks, each navigating their unique challenges and environments. It combines elements of observation and narrative to explore the interactions and instincts of these creatures in their natural habitats. The opening of the collection introduces several tales, beginning with a vivid depiction of a panther hunting at night, driven by hunger and instinct. The narrative quickly shifts to the solitary world of a child left alone in a cabin, emphasizing the fragile intersection between the wild and human experiences. As the story unfolds, themes of survival and maternal instincts emerge, illustrating how the panthers and the settler’s child share a desperate vulnerability. This sets the tone for the subsequent stories, which promise rich explorations of the wilderness and animal life through a lens that appreciates both their beauty and struggles. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QL: Science: Zoology |
| Subject | Animals -- Anecdotes |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 52010 |
| Release Date | May 6, 2016 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 177 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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