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100 1 _aBurroughs, John,
_d1837-1921
245 1 0 _aRiverby
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2014
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2014-04-02
505 0 _aAmong the wild-flowers -- The heart of the southern Catskills -- Birds' eggs -- Bird courtship -- Notes from the prairie -- Eye-beams -- A young marsh hawk -- The chipmunk -- Spring jottings -- Glimpses of wild life -- A life of fear -- Lovers of nature -- A taste of Kentucky blue-grass -- In Mammoth Cave -- Hasty observation -- Bird life in an old apple-tree -- The ways of sportsmen -- Talks with young observers.
508 _aProduced by Greg Bergquist, Lisa Reigel, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries)
520 _a"Riverby" by John Burroughs is a collection of outdoor essays written in the late 19th century. The book reflects Burroughs' keen observations and deep appreciation for nature, particularly the flora and fauna surrounding his home by the Hudson River. Through vivid descriptions and personal anecdotes, he shares his experiences with various plants and wildlife, inviting readers to connect with the beauty of the natural world. The opening of "Riverby" introduces readers to Burroughs' musings on the discovery of new flowers during his seasonal observations. He expresses his desire for these encounters to be serendipitous rather than forced, emphasizing a natural connection with the environment. As he describes specific wildflowers, he weaves in mythological references and personal anecdotes, showcasing not only his botanical knowledge but also a poetic appreciation for nature's intricacies. Through this initial exploration, Burroughs sets the tone for an intimate and contemplative journey through the wonders of the outdoor world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aBirds
653 _aNatural history -- Outdoor books
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/45307
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