Rustic Sounds, and Other Studies in Literature and Natural History by Darwin
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"Rustic Sounds and Other Studies in Literature and Natural History" by Sir Francis Darwin is a collection of literary and natural history essays written in the early 20th century. The book primarily explores the nostalgic connection between sounds of nature and personal memories, often reflecting on childhood experiences. Darwin delves into various aspects of literature and the natural world, combining personal reminiscences with broader observations. The opening of the book presents an
intimate exploration of sound and memory, as Darwin emphasizes the power of auditory experiences to evoke vivid recollections from his past. He shares evocative descriptions of seasonal changes marked by specific sounds, such as the crackling ice of winter or the calls of owls at night. These early reflections set a tone that intertwines personal nostalgia with the beauty of nature, preparing readers for a journey through both the rustic landscapes of Darwin's youth and the naturalistic themes that will unfold throughout the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Darwin, Francis, Sir, 1848-1925 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 18007394 |
| Title | Rustic Sounds, and Other Studies in Literature and Natural History |
| Contents | Rustic sounds -- Francis Galton -- The movements of plants -- A lane in the Cotswalds -- Jane Austen -- The education of a man of science -- The pipe and tabor -- Stephen Hales -- Nullius in verba -- Sir George Darwin -- War music -- The teaching of science -- Picturesque experiments -- Dogs and dog lovers. |
| Credits | This ebook was transcribed by Les Bowler |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 65.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QH: Science: Natural history |
| Subject | Natural history |
| Subject | Austen, Jane, 1775-1817 |
| Subject | Galton, Francis, 1822-1911 |
| Subject | Hales, Stephen, 1677-1761 |
| Subject | Darwin, George Howard, Sir, 1845-1912 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 34006 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-34006-7 |
| Release Date | Sep 27, 2010 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 543 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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