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Title: Squirrels and Other Fur-Bearers
Credits: E-text prepared by Mark C. Orton, Linda McKeown, David Wilson, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team (https://www.pgdp.net)
Summary: "Squirrels and Other Fur-Bearers" by John Burroughs is a collection of naturalistic essays written in the late 19th century. The work focuses on various small mammals, particularly squirrels, chipmunks, and other fur-bearing creatures, providing observations about their behaviors, habitats, and interactions with humans. Burroughs combines detailed descriptions with personal anecdotes and reflections, inviting readers to appreciate the beauty and complexity of these animals’ lives. The opening portion introduces the reader to the captivating world of squirrels, beginning with an articulate observation on their cunning methods of harvesting nuts. Burroughs describes a meticulous squirrel that cleverly cuts chestnut burrs to ensure it has prime access to the nuts before other animals can claim them. The narrative weaves anecdotal evidence of the squirrels’ agility, intelligence, and resourcefulness, detailing their leaping ability and adaptability in various situations. Through vivid imagery and thoughtful musings, Burroughs immerses the reader in a woodland setting, setting the tone for a book that celebrates nature and invites a deeper connection with the behaviors of these fascinating creatures. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 74.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Burroughs, John, 1837-1921
EBook No.: 24388
Published: Jan 21, 2008
Downloads: 391
Language: English
Subject: Animal behavior
Subject: Mammals
LoCC: Science: Zoology
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Squirrels and Other Fur-Bearers
Credits: E-text prepared by Mark C. Orton, Linda McKeown, David Wilson, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team (https://www.pgdp.net)
Summary: "Squirrels and Other Fur-Bearers" by John Burroughs is a collection of naturalistic essays written in the late 19th century. The work focuses on various small mammals, particularly squirrels, chipmunks, and other fur-bearing creatures, providing observations about their behaviors, habitats, and interactions with humans. Burroughs combines detailed descriptions with personal anecdotes and reflections, inviting readers to appreciate the beauty and complexity of these animals’ lives. The opening portion introduces the reader to the captivating world of squirrels, beginning with an articulate observation on their cunning methods of harvesting nuts. Burroughs describes a meticulous squirrel that cleverly cuts chestnut burrs to ensure it has prime access to the nuts before other animals can claim them. The narrative weaves anecdotal evidence of the squirrels’ agility, intelligence, and resourcefulness, detailing their leaping ability and adaptability in various situations. Through vivid imagery and thoughtful musings, Burroughs immerses the reader in a woodland setting, setting the tone for a book that celebrates nature and invites a deeper connection with the behaviors of these fascinating creatures. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 74.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Burroughs, John, 1837-1921
EBook No.: 24388
Published: Jan 21, 2008
Downloads: 391
Language: English
Subject: Animal behavior
Subject: Mammals
LoCC: Science: Zoology
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.