Burroughs, John 1837-1921 creator text utu 2009 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Under the Maples" by John Burroughs is a collection of essays written in the early 20th century. The work reflects the author's deep appreciation for nature, particularly focusing on his observations in the Catskills and the vibrant life around the maple trees. It captures the essence of the changing seasons and explores the interconnectedness of life in the natural world. At the start of the book, Burroughs muses on the beauty of falling leaves and the transformation they undergo, granting them a warm and resplendent appearance before they fall. He engages readers with poetic imagery, inviting them to appreciate the intricate details of nature, such as the vitality of trees, the changing seasons, and the interconnectedness of life. The opening also introduces themes of nostalgia and longing for home, as Burroughs reflects on his love for the maples and the memories associated with his rural upbringing. (This is an automatically generated summary.) The falling leaves -- The pleasures of a naturalist -- The flight of birds -- Bird intimacies -- A midsummer idyl -- Near views of wild life -- With Roosevelt at Pine Knot -- A strenuous holiday -- Under genial skies -- A sheaf of nature notes -- Ruminations -- New gleanings in field and wood. Release date is 2009-10-13 Produced by Chris Curnow, Turgut Dincer, Joseph Cooper and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net Original publication data not identified Natural history -- Outdoor books QH Original publication data not identified 21019772 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/30246 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/30246 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133705.0 30246