Woodland Paths by Winthrop Packard
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About this eBook
| Author | Packard, Winthrop, 1862-1943 |
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| Illustrator | Copeland, Charles, 1858-1929 |
| LoC No. | 10011751 |
| Title | Woodland Paths |
| Note | Reading ease score: 69.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Contents | South rain -- Spring dawn -- March winds -- Wood roads -- The brook in April -- Explorations -- Earliest butterflies -- April showers -- Promise of May -- Bog bogles -- Bobbing for eels -- The vanishing night herons -- Harbingers of summer. |
| Credits | Steve Mattern, Chuck Greif. With thanks to James Baker and Jeff Kelley and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library.) |
| Summary | "Woodland Paths" by Winthrop Packard is a collection of nature essays written in the early 20th century. The book explores the beauty and intricacies of New England’s ecosystems through the changing seasons, inviting the reader into the sights and sounds of the natural world. It likely focuses on the interconnectedness of flora and fauna, showcasing how life awakens and evolves with the seasons. The opening of "Woodland Paths" sets a contemplative tone, introducing the reader to the atmosphere of early March in New England. It vividly describes the dark, cold night in Pigeon Swamp, juxtaposing the eerie cries of the great horned owl with the promise of spring. The text illuminates the subtle signs of the season's change, such as the owl's nesting behavior and the hints of warmth in the air, creating a rich tapestry of sensory experiences. The author reflects on how various species respond to the arrival of spring, setting up a narrative that intertwines personal observation, natural history, and the anticipation of new life. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QH: Science: Natural history |
| Subject | Natural history -- Outdoor books |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 66072 |
| Release Date | Aug 16, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 92 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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