Life at the Zoo: Notes and Traditions of the Regent's Park Gardens by C. J. Cornish
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"Life at the Zoo: Notes and Traditions of the Regent's Park Gardens" by C. J. Cornish is a natural history account written in the late 19th century. The work encompasses observations and reflections regarding the animals in Regent's Park Zoo, detailing their daily lives, behaviors, and adaptations to the changing seasons. Cornish offers an intricate view of both the animals and the cultural significance surrounding the famed menagerie, presenting a unique blend
of scientific inquiry and artistic appreciation. The opening of the book introduces readers to a winter day at the zoo, highlighting the surprising adaptability of its inhabitants to the severe cold. Through vivid descriptions, it showcases various species—from tropical birds reveling in the frost to a capybara seemingly unaffected by the wintry conditions. Cornish also notes the changes in the animals’ appearances and behaviors during colder months, remarking on their health and vitality while providing anecdotes about their interactions with visitors. The narrative sets a scene of curiosity and charm, inviting readers to explore the lives of the zoo’s residents in depth. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Cornish, C. J. (Charles John), 1858-1906 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Bolton, Gambier, 1854-1928 |
| Title | Life at the Zoo: Notes and Traditions of the Regent's Park Gardens |
| Credits |
Sonya Schermann, Barry Abrahamsen, 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: 59.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QL: Science: Zoology |
| Subject | Zoos -- England -- London |
| Subject | Regent's Park (London, England) |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 64029 |
| Release Date | Dec 12, 2020 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 710 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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