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_aKingsley, Charles, _d1819-1875 |
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| 245 | 1 | 0 | _aGlaucus; Or, The Wonders of the Shore |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c1996 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 1996-10-01 | ||
| 508 | _aTranscribed from the 1890 Macmillan and Co. edition by David Price | ||
| 520 | _a"Glaucus; Or, The Wonders of the Shore" by Charles Kingsley is a scientific publication written in the mid-19th century. The book explores the intricate and fascinating world of marine life, encouraging readers to appreciate and investigate the natural wonders found along the shore. Kingsley aims to inspire a sense of curiosity and reverence for nature in those who might otherwise spend their summer vacations idly. The opening of the work sets the stage for this exploration by addressing the common experience of vacationers who find themselves engaged in trivial pursuits at the beach. Kingsley contrasts this idleness with the exciting and fulfilling possibilities of observing natural phenomena, explicitly advocating for a focus on the study of Natural History. He invites readers to discover the marvels of the seashore—highlighting various marine creatures and the intricate details of their worlds— while promoting an understanding of the deeper connections between life and nature. The author's passion for marine life and enthusiasm for discovery resonates as he encourages individuals to reframe their leisure time into a meaningful exploration of the wonders that lie just beyond the sands. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aNatural history -- Juvenile literature | ||
| 653 | _aSeashore biology -- Juvenile literature | ||
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