Glimpses of Ocean Life; Or, Rock-Pools and the Lessons they Teach by John Harper
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Author | Harper, John |
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LoC No. | 06019632 |
Title | Glimpses of Ocean Life; Or, Rock-Pools and the Lessons they Teach |
Note | Reading ease score: 55.0 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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Summary | "Glimpses of Ocean Life; Or, Rock-Pools and the Lessons they Teach" by John Harper is a scientific publication written in the mid-19th century. The work delves into marine zoology, focusing on the study of various sea creatures, ecosystems found in rock pools, and their relationship with human understanding of nature. Harper aims to convey the beauty and complexity of marine life, encouraging readers to appreciate the lessons that can be drawn from these natural wonders. At the start of this volume, the author introduces the reader to the joys of studying marine zoology, juxtaposing it against the often-dismissive views of certain academic and general audiences. Harper asserts that even the small and seemingly insignificant organisms like crabs can have profound interest and beauty. He also hints at the broad range of topics to follow, including the invisible world of microscopic life and favorite sea creatures like sea anemones. The opening portion sets a tone of engagement with nature, inviting readers to explore the delicate intricacies of ocean life and the hidden marvels within simple rock pools. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
Language | English |
LoC Class | QL: Science: Zoology |
Subject | Animal behavior |
Subject | Marine animals -- Juvenile literature |
Category | Text |
EBook-No. | 52666 |
Release Date | Jul 28, 2016 |
Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
Downloads | 67 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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