Wild Animals of North America by Edward William Nelson
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"Wild Animals of North America" by Edward William Nelson is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. The book presents intimate studies and natural history of the various mammals found across North America, detailing both large and small species. With a focus on their habitats, lifestyles, and conservation, it combines meticulous research with vivid illustrations to capture the diversity of wildlife in the region. The opening of the book comprises
an introduction and a broad summary of the rich variety of mammalian life that once thrived across North America. It highlights the historical abundance of wildlife, including various large game species and their predators, as well as the profound impacts of human settlement and exploitation on these populations. Throughout this introduction, Nelson evokes a sense of nostalgia for the lost wilderness and emphasizes the importance of conservation efforts to protect the remaining wildlife. The text also introduces the illustrations by prominent artists, suggesting a visually engaging and informative exploration of North America's wild animals. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Nelson, Edward William, 1855-1934 |
|---|---|
| Author of introduction, etc. | Grosvenor, Gilbert Hovey, 1875-1966 |
| Illustrator | Fuertes, Louis Agassiz, 1874-1927 |
| Illustrator | Seton, Ernest Thompson, 1860-1946 |
| LoC No. | 19026026 |
| Title |
Wild Animals of North America Intimate Studies of Big and Little Creatures of the Mammal Kingdom |
| Credits |
Produced by MFR, Wayne Hammond 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: 62.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QL: Science: Zoology |
| Subject | Mammals -- North America |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 59475 |
| Release Date | May 10, 2019 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 584 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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