Forest Neighbors: Life Stories of Wild Animals by William Davenport Hulbert
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"Forest Neighbors: Life Stories of Wild Animals" by William Davenport Hulbert is a collection of nature writings likely penned in the early 20th century. The book explores the lives and adaptations of various wild animals, focusing on their interactions with the natural environment and one another. Through a series of detailed narratives, it aims to bring to life the experiences of creatures such as beavers and trout, highlighting their behaviors, struggles, and
communities. The opening of "Forest Neighbors" introduces readers to the enchanting setting of a beautiful lake in Northern Michigan, which captures the author's family’s imagination and curiosity about the wildlife around them. It details the family's experiences living near this serene location and their fascination with the resident animal species, including lively descriptions of playful beavers and mischievous squirrels. The narrative sets the stage for the central story about a beaver, illustrating family dynamics, survival challenges, and the environmental impact of human activity while establishing a heartfelt connection to nature. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Hulbert, William Davenport, 1868-1913 |
|---|---|
| Title | Forest Neighbors: Life Stories of Wild Animals |
| Contents | The biography of a beaver -- The king of the trout stream -- The strenuous life of a Canada lynx -- Pointers from a porcupine quill -- The adventures of a loon -- The making of a Glimmerglass buck. |
| Credits | E-text prepared by Suzanne Shell, Emmy, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 69.9 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QL: Science: Zoology |
| Subject | Animals -- Anecdotes |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 27933 |
| Release Date | Jan 29, 2009 |
| Last Update | Jan 4, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 390 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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