The Wood, J. G. (John George) 1827-1889 creator Coleman, W. S. (William Stephen) 1829-1904 text utu 2017 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The Common Objects of the Country" by J. G. Wood is a comprehensive guide to natural history written in the late 19th century. The book serves as an accessible introduction to the various non-scientific descriptions of animals and plants typically found in British countryside, aimed at readers who are curious about their natural surroundings without needing a scientific background. At the start of the book, Wood emphasizes the importance of observing the natural world, explaining that many people pass through life unaware of the beauty and complexity around them. He introduces readers to various creatures, beginning with bats, detailing their habits and ecological significance, and contrasting them with the common misconceptions and superstitions surrounding them. Through engaging anecdotes and detailed descriptions, Wood invites readers to appreciate the value of careful observation and to cultivate a genuine love for nature. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2017-04-28 Produced by Chris Curnow and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) Original publication data not identified Zoology -- Popular works Zoology -- England -- Popular works Invertebrates -- England -- Popular works QL Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/54623 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/54623 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134247.0 54623