| Author |
White, Gilbert, 1720-1793 |
| Editor |
Morley, Henry, 1822-1894 |
| Title |
The Natural History of Selborne, Vol. 2
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 53.4 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
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| Note |
Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Natural_History_and_Antiquities_of_Selborne
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| Credits |
Les Bowler
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| Summary |
"The Natural History of Selborne, Vol. 2" by Gilbert White is a scientific publication written in the late 18th century. The text primarily explores the natural world, offering detailed observations about the flora and fauna prevalent in the village of Selborne, Hampshire, where the author lived. Through letters addressed to fellow naturalists, White shares insights into the behaviors of various species, particularly birds, as well as reflections on the interconnectedness of nature and the human experience. The opening of this volume introduces White's home environment and provides a vivid description of Selborne, painting a pastoral scene with its historical roots and natural beauty. He writes about specific incidents involving local wildlife, such as observations of wild-ducks and owls, and goes into detail about their habits and breeding behaviors. White’s keen observations, expressed in a conversational letter format, set the tone for a thoughtful exploration of natural history that captivates readers with its blend of personal experience and scientific inquiry. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
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| LoC Class |
QH: Science: Natural history
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| Subject |
Natural history -- England -- Selborne -- Early works to 1800
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| Subject |
Selborne (England) -- Description and travel -- Early works to 1800
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| Subject |
Selborne (England) -- Antiquities -- Early works to 1800
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
20934 |
| Release Date |
Mar 29, 2007 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Oct 24, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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