Neighbors Unknown by Sir Charles G. D. Roberts
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About this eBook
| Author | Roberts, Charles G. D., Sir, 1860-1943 |
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| LoC No. | 11000846 |
| Title | Neighbors Unknown |
| Note | Reading ease score: 75.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Contents | On the roof of the world -- Black swamp -- The isle of birds -- The antlers of the caribou -- The sentry of the sedge-flats -- A tree-top aeronaut -- The theft -- The tunnel runners -- A torpedo in feathers -- How a cat played Robinson Crusoe -- Little bull of the barrens -- The tiger of the sea -- Gray Lynx's last hunting -- Mothers of the north. |
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Produced by Marcia Brooks, Stephen Hutcheson & the online Distributed Proofreaders Canada team at http://www.pgdpcanada.net |
| Summary | "Neighbors Unknown" by Charles G. D. Roberts is a collection of nature stories written in the early 20th century. The work vividly explores the lives of various animals in their natural habitats, showcasing their struggles for survival and the intricate relations within the ecosystem. The stories are likely to appeal to readers interested in wildlife, the natural world, and the complexities of animal behavior. The opening of this collection introduces readers to the harsh environment of the Arctic, where a solitary polar bear prowls in search of seals. As the bear attempts to hunt, a man from a nearby igloo also emerges to find food, showcasing the duality of life in this unforgiving landscape. The narrative juxtaposes the bear's instinctual hunting with the man’s reliance on skill and strategy, setting the stage for a broader examination of survival in nature. This engaging start promises a rich exploration of the untamed world, highlighting both the beauty and the brutality of life among "neighbors unknown." (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QL: Science: Zoology |
| Subject | Animals -- Anecdotes |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 46004 |
| Release Date | Jun 16, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 68 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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