A little brother to the bear, and other animal studies by William J. Long
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"A Little Brother to the Bear" by William J. Long is a collection of animal studies written in the early 20th century. This work delves into the behaviors, characteristics, and interactions of various woodland creatures, with a particular focus on the raccoon, affectionately known as "Mooweesuk" or the Little Brother to the Bear. Through personal observations and sketches, Long explores the intricate lives of these animals, striving to convey not just their
habits but also their intelligence and emotions. At the start of the text, the author introduces the nuanced world of raccoons, specifically highlighting a little raccoon family living in the wilderness. Long recounts a moment of discovery as he observes the young coons emerging from their den, engaging in playful antics under the watchful eye of their mother. Through evocative descriptions, the opening establishes a strong connection between the reader and the richly detailed forest life, emphasizing themes of curiosity, survival, and the deep bond between mother and offspring in the animal kingdom. Long's aim appears to be not only to share his observations but also to encourage a greater appreciation for the complexities of wildlife. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Long, William J. (William Joseph), 1867-1952 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Copeland, Charles, 1858-1929 |
| LoC No. | 03027981 |
| Title | A little brother to the bear, and other animal studies |
| Contents | The point of view -- A little brother to the bear -- Whitooweek the hermit -- A woodcock genius -- When Upweekis goes hunting -- K'dunk the fat one -- Mooween's den -- Kingfisher's kindergarten -- Pekompf's cunning -- Animal surgery -- Hunting without a gun -- Glossary of Indian names. |
| Credits |
Produced by David Edwards, Matthew Wheaton and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 64.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QL: Science: Zoology |
| Subject | Animal behavior |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 38363 |
| Release Date | Dec 22, 2011 |
| Last Update | Jan 8, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 485 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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