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  • The Story-book of Science

    Enriched edition. Exploring Nature's Wonders Through Storytelling and Science

    by Jean-Henri Fabre, Penelope Hightower ...
    Translated by Florence Constable Bicknell ...
    In "The Story-book of Science," Jean-Henri Fabre masterfully intertwines scientific observation and narrative finesse, presenting a captivating exploration of the natural world. Fabre, often hailed as the father of entomology, employs a conversational yet meticulous literary style that engages readers of all ages. The book is structured around the life cycles and behaviors of various insects, ... Read more

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  • The Story-book of Science

    Natural History Told to Children

    by Jean-Henri Fabre ...
    Translated by Florence Constable Bicknell ...
    Uncle Paul explains the world to his nephews and niece in the evenings: why bread rises, what a wasp builds with, how a match works, where the frost goes. Fabre was the greatest observer of insects of his century and wrote schoolbooks to feed his family. The teaching method — a question at the table, an answer that takes a week — is the model every popular science book since has tried to copy. ... Read more

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  • The Story-book of Science (Annotated)

    Enriched Edition. Classic Nature Lessons for Children on Insects, Weather, Volcanoes, Seasons, and Everyday Science

    by Jean-Henri Fabre, Celia Orwinley ...
    Translated by Florence Constable Bicknell ...
    The Story-book of Science is Jean-Henri Fabre's luminous introduction to the natural world, cast not as a dry manual but as a sequence of lively lessons, dialogues, and anecdotes. Moving across insects, plants, animals, weather, geology, and the principles of everyday physics, the book translates scientific observation into narrative wonder. Its style belongs to the nineteenth-century tradition of ... Read more

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  • Field, Forest and Farm

    Enriched edition. Things interesting to young nature-lovers, including some matters of moment to gardeners and fruit-growers

    by Jean-Henri Fabre, Penelope Hightower ...
    Translated by Florence Constable Bicknell ...
    In "Field, Forest and Farm," Jean-Henri Fabre immerses readers in the intricate and often overlooked lives of insects and other organisms, employing a vivid and eloquent prose style that blends scientific observation with a poet's sensibility. Set against the backdrop of late 19th-century France, this work reflects the burgeoning field of entomology, intertwining the detailed observations of ... Read more

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  • Our Humble Helpers: Familiar Talks on the Domestic Animals

    Enriched edition. Tales of Animal Companions: Insights into Domestic Creatures

    by Jean-Henri Fabre, Penelope Hightower ...
    Translated by Florence Constable Bicknell ...
    In "Our Humble Helpers: Familiar Talks on the Domestic Animals," Jean-Henri Fabre invites readers into an enthralling exploration of the intimate relationship between humans and domestic animals. Employing a conversational yet insightful literary style, Fabre unravels the multifaceted lives of familiar creatures such as dogs, cats, and horses, blending personal anecdotes with scientific ... Read more

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  • Animal Life in Field and Garden

    Enriched edition. Exploring the Mysterious World of Insects: A Fascinating Journey into Nature's Microcosm

    by Jean-Henri Fabre, Penelope Hightower ...
    Translated by Florence Constable Bicknell ...
    In "Animal Life in Field and Garden," Jean-Henri Fabre masterfully explores the intricate behaviors and adaptations of various small creatures, offering readers a vivid glimpse into the hidden world of insects and their environments. Fabre employs an engaging narrative style that combines meticulous scientific observation with poetic descriptions, making complex natural phenomena accessible and ... Read more

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  • The Story-book of Science

    by Jean-Henri Fabre ...
    Translated by Florence Constable Bicknell ...
    In "The Story-book of Science," Jean-Henri Fabre artfully weaves a narrative that marries scientific inquiry with accessible storytelling. This collection of essays delves into the fascinating world of entomology, revealing the intricate behaviors and lives of insects through vivid prose and keen observation. Fabre's literary style, characterized by its poetic descriptions and evocative language, ... Read more

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    by W. P. Pycraft ...
    This lovely children's book provides an interesting insight to the anatomy and behaviour of the animals of the British countryside and farmyard. It endeavours to answer questions such as Why are the horns of the deer branched?, Why does the rabbit have a white tail? and Why the Sheep has a woolly coat? Beautifully illustrated throughout with Edwin Noble's black and white and colour illustrations. ... Read more

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  • The Pheasant Rearer's Manual - A Handy Book of Reference on Pheasant Rearing - Comprising a Routine of Management for the Successful Rearing of Pheasants

    by Anon ...
    Originally published in 1903, this book comprises a detailed guide to setting up and maintaining a routine of management for the successful rearing of pheasants. Written in clear, simple language and full of handy tips, “The Pheasant Rearers' Manual” represents a timeless guide for all with a practical interest in the subject keeping wildfowl for pleasure or sport. Contents include: "Pheasants and ... Read more

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  • Birds and Bees, Sharp Eyes and Other Papers

    by John Burroughs ...
    BIOGRAPHICAL SKETCH. From the very beginnings of his taste for literature, the essay was his favorite form. Dr. Johnson was the prophet of his youth, but he soon transferred his allegiance to Emerson, who for many years remained his "master enchanter." To cure himself of too close an imitation of the Concord seer, which showed itself in his first magazine article, Expression, he took to writing ... Read more

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  • Locusts and Wild Honey

    Enriched edition. Exploring America's Untouched Wilderness with John Burroughs

    by John Burroughs, Jenna Kirkland ...
    In "Locusts and Wild Honey," John Burroughs delves into the intricacies of nature through a series of essays that celebrate the beauty of the American landscape. Written in the late 19th century, the book reflects Burroughs' lyrical style, characterized by rich imagery and profound insights into the interplay between humans and the environment. The essays traverse a wide spectrum of themes, ... Read more

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  • A Year in the Fields

    by John Burroughs ...
    Within "A Year in the Fields", Burroughs describes what an English field looks like in spring, summer autumn and winter, exploring the effect the four seasons have on the field and its inhabitants. Both charming and interesting, this volume is highly recommended for all lovers of nature writing, and it would make for a worthy addition to any collection. Contents include: "John Burroughs A ... Read more

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