This edition had all images removed.
LoC No.: 98001095
Title: A world of green hills : Observations of nature and human nature in the Blue Ridge
Original Publication: United States: Houghton, Mifflin and Company, 1898.
Note: Reading ease score: 64.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Contents: North Carolina: A day's drive in three states. In quest of ravens. A mountain pond. Birds, flowers, and people -- Virginia: A nook in the Alleghanies. At Natural Bridge.
Credits: Emmanuel Ackerman, David E. Brown, 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: "A World of Green Hills" by Bradford Torrey is a collection of nature observations and reflections written in the late 19th century. Through the lens of the author’s keen eye, the book explores the natural beauty and human experiences found in the Blue Ridge Mountains, particularly how the environment influences and reflects human nature. The opening chapters suggest that Torrey embarks on a personal journey through various landscapes, capturing the flora and fauna he encounters, as well as interactions with locals encountered along the way. At the start of the work, Torrey shares an immersive description of his travel from a winter landscape into the lush, green hills of the South, marking a transition into a vibrant summer setting. He notes the beauty of the natural features surrounding him, including the black-jack oaks and the harmonious chirping of various birds. His narrative introduces a colored driver who shares insights about the local wildlife, enhancing the journey with a blend of human and natural stories. The opening portion captures the essence of adventure, with the promise of discoveries about both the natural world and the people who inhabit it, setting a contemplative tone for the book ahead. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Torrey, Bradford, 1843-1912
EBook No.: 70026
Published: Feb 12, 2023
Downloads: 59
Language: English
Subject: Natural history -- Outdoor books
Subject: Bird watching
Subject: Blue Ridge Mountains -- Description and travel
LoCC: Science: Natural history
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 98001095
Title: A world of green hills : Observations of nature and human nature in the Blue Ridge
Original Publication: United States: Houghton, Mifflin and Company, 1898.
Note: Reading ease score: 64.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Contents: North Carolina: A day's drive in three states. In quest of ravens. A mountain pond. Birds, flowers, and people -- Virginia: A nook in the Alleghanies. At Natural Bridge.
Credits: Emmanuel Ackerman, David E. Brown, 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: "A World of Green Hills" by Bradford Torrey is a collection of nature observations and reflections written in the late 19th century. Through the lens of the author’s keen eye, the book explores the natural beauty and human experiences found in the Blue Ridge Mountains, particularly how the environment influences and reflects human nature. The opening chapters suggest that Torrey embarks on a personal journey through various landscapes, capturing the flora and fauna he encounters, as well as interactions with locals encountered along the way. At the start of the work, Torrey shares an immersive description of his travel from a winter landscape into the lush, green hills of the South, marking a transition into a vibrant summer setting. He notes the beauty of the natural features surrounding him, including the black-jack oaks and the harmonious chirping of various birds. His narrative introduces a colored driver who shares insights about the local wildlife, enhancing the journey with a blend of human and natural stories. The opening portion captures the essence of adventure, with the promise of discoveries about both the natural world and the people who inhabit it, setting a contemplative tone for the book ahead. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Torrey, Bradford, 1843-1912
EBook No.: 70026
Published: Feb 12, 2023
Downloads: 59
Language: English
Subject: Natural history -- Outdoor books
Subject: Bird watching
Subject: Blue Ridge Mountains -- Description and travel
LoCC: Science: Natural history
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.