In the Christmas Woods by Adeline Knapp
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About this eBook
| Author | Knapp, Adeline, 1860-1909 |
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| Illustrator | Keith, William, 1838-1911 |
| LoC No. | 00000644 |
| Title |
In the Christmas Woods
Being the introductory essay of a series on observations of nature through the year |
| Note | Reading ease score: 72.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Richard Tonsing and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Summary | "In the Christmas Woods" by Adeline Knapp is a reflective essay written in the late 19th century that serves as an introductory piece for a series of observations on nature throughout the year. The book encapsulates the author's contemplations upon the beauty and phenomena of the natural world, particularly during the Christmas season, when she experiences rain in the woods instead of the traditionally expected snow. It explores themes of connection to nature and the cyclical processes of life within it. In this evocative essay, Knapp invites readers to accompany her on a journey through a rain-soaked landscape, where she details the reactions of wildlife to the storm and observes the transformative impact of rain on the environment. She encounters various creatures, such as birds and a curious snail, while reflecting on the underlying principles of growth, resilience, and the beauty inherent in nature's processes. Knapp's writing emphasizes the interconnectedness of life, articulating a philosophy that aligns human experiences with the lives of flora and fauna, suggesting that awareness of nature can foster a deeper appreciation of life itself. Her prose is rich in imagery and metaphor, creating a vivid portrayal of the Christmas woods amidst the rain, capturing a moment of stillness and introspection in the face of natural phenomena. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QH: Science: Natural history |
| Subject | Natural history -- Outdoor books |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 64149 |
| Release Date | Dec 27, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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