The Desert World by Arthur Mangin
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"The Desert World" by Arthur Mangin is a scientific exploration published in the late 19th century. It delves into the various forms of deserts, extending the definition beyond traditional arid regions to include wild and uncultivated landscapes across Europe and Asia. Mangin's work outlines both the physical geography and the rich biodiversity found in these "desert" regions, inviting readers to consider the beauty and significance of these often-overlooked areas. The opening of
"The Desert World" introduces the author's expansive definition of deserts, including those areas untouched by civilization, whether arctic, polar, or tropical. The text begins with a preface, explaining its goal of exploring the nature and characteristics of various deserts, such as the Landes, Dunes, and Steppes found in France and beyond. Mangin emphasizes the beauty and complexity of these regions, contrasting their wild landscapes with human inclinations towards cultivation and progress. He paints a vivid picture of desolate yet beautiful terrains in Europe, highlighting their intriguing ecosystems and the life they support. Through evocative descriptions of landscapes and climates, the opening sets the stage for a broader examination of natural sciences and the lessons these uncultivated lands provide about humanity's place in the world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Mangin, Arthur, 1824-1887 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Dargent, Yan, 1824-1899 |
| Illustrator | Foulquier, Jean Antoine Valentin, 1822-1896 |
| Illustrator | Freeman, William Henry, active 1839-1875 |
| Translator | Adams, W. H. Davenport (William Henry Davenport), 1828-1891 |
| Title | The Desert World |
| Credits |
Produced by Chris Curnow, Chuck Greif 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: 56.8 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QH: Science: Natural history |
| Subject | Natural history |
| Subject | Deserts |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 43396 |
| Release Date | Aug 3, 2013 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1308 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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