Histoire d'une Montagne by Elisée Reclus
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"Histoire d'une Montagne" by Élisée Reclus is a scientific publication written in the late 19th century. The work delves into a detailed exploration of mountains, contemplating their natural beauty, geological structure, and the relationship between humanity and these majestic formations. It reflects on the author's journey as he seeks solace in nature, particularly in the solitude offered by mountainous landscapes. The opening of the book presents a contemplative character who is seeking
refuge from life's tribulations and human conflicts. He describes his physical journey towards the mountains as both a physical and spiritual retreat, experiencing a profound joy and connection to nature that contrasts with his previous despair. As he traverses the landscape, he appreciates not only the beauty of the mountains but begins to form a bond with a shepherd, suggesting themes of companionship and learning in the midst of solitude. The early narrative sets the stage for a deeper examination of the mountains' essence, infusing personal reflections with scientific inquiry. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Reclus, Elisée, 1830-1905 |
|---|---|
| Title | Histoire d'une Montagne |
| Credits |
Produced by Laurent Vogel and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by the Bibliothèque nationale de France (BnF/Gallica) at gallica.bnf.fr) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 65.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | French |
| LoC Class | GB: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Physical geography |
| Subject | Mountains |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 60850 |
| Release Date | Dec 5, 2019 |
| Last Update | Oct 17, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 421 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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