The Song of the Cardinal by Gene Stratton-Porter
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"The Song of the Cardinal" by Gene Stratton-Porter is a novel written in the early 20th century. The story introduces readers to the vibrant and adventurous life of a young cardinal bird as he embarks on his journey of growth, experience, and courtship in the Limberlost swamp and beyond. The book explores themes of nature, beauty, and the trials of love through the lens of the avian world. The opening of the
novel focuses on the young cardinal's joy in the abundant life surrounding him, filled with sunshine, fruit, and companionship in the Limberlost. As he grows, he experiences the challenges of finding his place in this world, learning important survival skills, and eventually venturing beyond the swamp to seek new adventures and a mate. The reader is introduced to the captivating setting of the Limberlost, rich with other bird species, vegetation, and the thrill of discovery as the cardinal navigates through both the beauty and dangers of his environment, all while highlighting the importance of family and the longing for love. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Stratton-Porter, Gene, 1863-1924 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Song of the Cardinal |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 77.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QL: Science: Zoology |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Birds |
| Subject | Nature study |
| Subject | Cardinals (Birds) |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 533 |
| Release Date | May 1, 1996 |
| Last Update | Jan 1, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 548 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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