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Flagg, Wilson
1805
1884
Flagg, Thomas Wilson
A year among the trees : $b or, the woods and by-ways of New England
$aBoston :$bEducational Publishing Company, $c1881, copyright 1889, pubdate 1890.
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"A Year Among the Trees; or, The Woods and By-Ways of New England" by Wilson Flagg is a descriptive nature writing piece written in the late 19th century. This work explores the beauty and significance of trees and forests in New England, providing details about various species and their ecological roles. Flagg's narrative likely reflects a deep appreciation for the natural world, emphasizing the relationship between trees, the landscape, and human experience. The opening of the book introduces the reader to the overwhelming presence of forests in early America, specifically the experience of early settlers encountering a vast wilderness. Flagg describes the dense, primordial forests that defined New England's landscape when colonists arrived, contrasting this with the later transformations caused by human settlement and agriculture. He begins to paint a picture of the complex interplay between trees, climate, and the diverse wildlife inhabiting these environments while hinting at the narrative's exploration of humanity's effect on nature. Through vivid descriptions, Flagg sets the stage for an immersive contemplation of the woodland scenes and their intrinsic value to both the ecosystem and human emotion. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
https://archive.org/details/yearamongtreesor00flag/page/n1/mode/2up
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Reading ease score: 61.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Trees -- New England
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Category: Travel Writing
Category: Nature/Gardening/Animals
Category: Environmental Issues
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