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Title: The Naturalist in Nicaragua
Note: Reading ease score: 62.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: This Project Gutenberg Etext Prepared Down Under In Australia by: Sue Asscher in connivance with her Californian co-conspirator Robert Prince
Summary: "The Naturalist in Nicaragua" by Thomas Belt is a scientific narrative written during the late 19th century. The book recounts Belt's observations and experiences while living and traveling in Nicaragua, particularly around the gold mines of Chontales. Belt combines his background as an engineer with his passion for natural history, focusing on various flora and fauna, and offering insightful discussions on the theory of evolution and the environment. At the start of the book, Belt arrives at Greytown, the Atlantic port of Nicaragua. He describes the town, its geography, and the wildlife surrounding it, including alligators and a variety of birds. The narrative details his journey along the San Juan River, where he encounters the complexities of the local ecosystem, from the majestic vegetation to the fascinating behaviors of various insects and animals. Belt's observations reflect a keen interest in the relationships between different species and their habitats, establishing a foundation for the scientific inquiries that will be elaborated upon throughout the text. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Belt, Thomas, 1832-1878
EBook No.: 6321
Published: Aug 1, 2004
Downloads: 61
Language: English
Subject: Natural history -- Nicaragua
Subject: Nicaragua -- Description and travel
LoCC: Science: Natural history
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The Naturalist in Nicaragua
Note: Reading ease score: 62.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits: This Project Gutenberg Etext Prepared Down Under In Australia by: Sue Asscher in connivance with her Californian co-conspirator Robert Prince
Summary: "The Naturalist in Nicaragua" by Thomas Belt is a scientific narrative written during the late 19th century. The book recounts Belt's observations and experiences while living and traveling in Nicaragua, particularly around the gold mines of Chontales. Belt combines his background as an engineer with his passion for natural history, focusing on various flora and fauna, and offering insightful discussions on the theory of evolution and the environment. At the start of the book, Belt arrives at Greytown, the Atlantic port of Nicaragua. He describes the town, its geography, and the wildlife surrounding it, including alligators and a variety of birds. The narrative details his journey along the San Juan River, where he encounters the complexities of the local ecosystem, from the majestic vegetation to the fascinating behaviors of various insects and animals. Belt's observations reflect a keen interest in the relationships between different species and their habitats, establishing a foundation for the scientific inquiries that will be elaborated upon throughout the text. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Belt, Thomas, 1832-1878
EBook No.: 6321
Published: Aug 1, 2004
Downloads: 61
Language: English
Subject: Natural history -- Nicaragua
Subject: Nicaragua -- Description and travel
LoCC: Science: Natural history
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.