Project Gutenberg 2005-02-01 Public domain in the USA. 250 Hudson, W. H. (William Henry) 1841 1922 Hudson, William Henry Harford, Henry The Naturalist in La Plata Produced by Eric Eldred "The Naturalist in La Plata" by W. H. Hudson is a natural history account likely written in the late 19th century. The book explores the flora and fauna of the La Plata region, with Hudson sharing his observations and experiences as a field naturalist. It delves into the changing landscapes caused by European colonization and reflects on the beauty and diversity of the Southern Pampas, while lamenting the loss of its wildness and original inhabitants. At the start of the book, Hudson sets the tone by discussing the significant transformations occurring in the natural environment due to European influence. He introduces the Pampas, providing a vivid description of its landscape, flora, and fauna, highlighting the richness of its wildlife while contrasting it with the encroachment of civilization. Hudson's personal experiences, such as encounters with native species and reflections on the melancholic beauty of the region, emphasize his deep connection to the land and his dedication to documenting its natural history. This vivid imagery and thoughtful commentary create a compelling introduction that invites readers to consider both the wonder and fragility of nature in the face of human expansion. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Reading ease score: 51.6 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. en Zoology -- Argentina -- Pampas Natural history -- Argentina -- Pampas Animal behavior -- Argentina -- Pampas QL Text Argentina Category: Travel Writing Category: Nature/Gardening/Animals Category: Environmental Issues 768081 2025-07-03T11:18:30.200366 text/html 761500 2014-04-12T11:36:44 text/html 553676 2025-07-03T11:18:41.216292 application/epub+zip 564617 2025-07-03T11:18:32.860287 application/epub+zip 342039 2025-07-03T11:18:31.342340 application/epub+zip 850051 2025-07-03T11:18:46.907237 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 781989 2025-07-03T11:18:40.148253 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 521063 2022-09-04T06:05:34.974878 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 617655 2025-07-03T11:18:28.155342 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 617390 2014-04-12T11:36:32 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 617381 2014-04-12T11:36:28 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 21531 2025-07-03T11:18:47.048223 application/rdf+xml 14122 2025-07-03T11:18:31.874348 image/jpeg 3860 2025-07-03T11:18:31.608287 image/jpeg 235858 2014-04-14T20:42:04 application/octet-stream application/zip 474243 2014-04-14T20:42:04 application/octet-stream application/zip 235804 2014-04-14T20:42:04 application/octet-stream application/zip 545826 2025-07-03T11:18:30.323403 application/octet-stream application/zip Archives containing the RDF files for *all* our books can be downloaded at https://book.klll.cc/wiki/Gutenberg:Feeds#The_Complete_Project_Gutenberg_Catalog en.wikipedia