The Spring of the Year by Dallas Lore Sharp
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About this eBook
| Author | Sharp, Dallas Lore, 1870-1929 |
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| Illustrator | Horsfall, R. Bruce (Robert Bruce), 1869-1948 |
| LoC No. | 12015828 |
| Title | The Spring of the Year |
| Note | Reading ease score: 76.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "The Spring of the Year" by Dallas Lore Sharp is a nature-themed book written in the early 20th century. This work generally captures the progression of the spring season, intertwining observations of wildlife, flora, and the author's personal reflections on nature's beauty and cycle. The narrative invites readers to connect deeply with their own experiences of springtime, urging them to recognize and appreciate the myriad signs that signal the season's arrival. The opening of the book sets the tone for an intimate exploration of spring through the author’s eyes. Sharp poses reflective questions about the personal heralds of spring, urging readers to identify what signifies the season's arrival in their own lives—be it frogs croaking, flowers blooming, or birds returning. He shares his own anticipation for the shadbush, detailing how its emergence marks the true beginning of spring for him, signifying renewal and vitality in nature. Through vivid imagery and emotive language, the text evokes a sense of nostalgia and wonder, encouraging readers to embrace their own connection to the natural world as spring unfolds. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QH: Science: Natural history |
| Subject | Natural history -- Outdoor books |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 42144 |
| Release Date | Feb 20, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 282 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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