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100 1 _aBurroughs, John,
_d1837-1921
245 1 0 _aSquirrels and Other Fur-Bearers
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2008
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2008-01-21
508 _aE-text prepared by Mark C. Orton, Linda McKeown, David Wilson, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team (https://www.pgdp.net)
520 _a"Squirrels and Other Fur-Bearers" by John Burroughs is a collection of naturalistic essays written in the late 19th century. The work focuses on various small mammals, particularly squirrels, chipmunks, and other fur-bearing creatures, providing observations about their behaviors, habitats, and interactions with humans. Burroughs combines detailed descriptions with personal anecdotes and reflections, inviting readers to appreciate the beauty and complexity of these animals’ lives. The opening portion introduces the reader to the captivating world of squirrels, beginning with an articulate observation on their cunning methods of harvesting nuts. Burroughs describes a meticulous squirrel that cleverly cuts chestnut burrs to ensure it has prime access to the nuts before other animals can claim them. The narrative weaves anecdotal evidence of the squirrels’ agility, intelligence, and resourcefulness, detailing their leaping ability and adaptability in various situations. Through vivid imagery and thoughtful musings, Burroughs immerses the reader in a woodland setting, setting the tone for a book that celebrates nature and invites a deeper connection with the behaviors of these fascinating creatures. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aAnimal behavior
653 _aMammals
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/24388
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