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_aTorrey, Bradford, _d1843-1912 |
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| 245 | 1 | 2 | _aA Florida Sketch-Book |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2004 |
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| 500 | _aThere is an improved edition of this title, eBook #59608 | ||
| 500 | _aRelease date is 2004-01-01 | ||
| 505 | 0 | _aIn the flat-woods -- Beside the marsh -- On the beach at Daytona -- Along the Hillsborough -- A morning at the old sugar mill -- On the upper St. John's -- On the St. Augustine road -- Ornithology on a cotton plantation -- A Florida shrine -- Walks about Tallahassee. | |
| 508 | _aProduced by Sandra Brown and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team and the Internet Archive; University of Florida | ||
| 520 | _a"A Florida Sketch-Book" by Bradford Torrey is a collection of travel essays written in the late 19th century. The work intricately portrays the natural landscapes, flora, and fauna of Florida, as well as the author’s personal observations and interactions with the local residents and wildlife during his explorations of the region. The beginning of the book introduces readers to Torrey's journey as he expresses his intrigue for the flat-woods, a seemingly uninviting but ultimately captivating landscape. He recalls his initial impressions, detailing his experiences with the local environment and the various birds he encounters, such as robins, bluebirds, and the elusive brown-headed nuthatch. Through his vivid descriptions and encounters with colorful characters, including local wood-carriers and curious children, Torrey invites readers into a reflective exploration of Florida's unique ecosystem and the complex human interactions within it. The opening sets a tone of admiration and exploration, as Torrey balances his scientific observations with personal musings on the charm of Florida's wilderness. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aFlorida -- Description and travel | ||
| 653 | _aBirds -- Florida | ||
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