In The Days Of Audubon

In The Days Of Audubon

Hezekiah Butterworth

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
Materia
Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781120202321
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In The Days Of Audubon: A Tale Of The Protector Of Birds (1901) is a historical fiction novel written by Hezekiah Butterworth. The book tells the story of John James Audubon, a renowned ornithologist, naturalist, and painter who lived in the early 19th century. The narrative is set in the United States during the era of westward expansion, when the country was rapidly developing and the natural world was being threatened by human activity.The protagonist of the story is a young boy named Harry, who is fascinated by birds and dreams of becoming a naturalist like Audubon. When Harry meets Audubon, he is given the opportunity to accompany him on his travels and learn from him about the beauty and importance of birds. Together, they explore the wilderness of America and encounter various challenges and dangers, including hostile Native American tribes, harsh weather conditions, and ruthless hunters.Throughout the book, Butterworth weaves in factual information about Audubon’s life and work, as well as his efforts to protect birds and their habitats. The novel also explores themes of conservation, environmentalism, and the importance of preserving the natural world for future generations.Overall, In The Days Of Audubon: A Tale Of The Protector Of Birds is a captivating and educational read that combines historical accuracy with an engaging narrative. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the natural world, American history, or conservation.With An Appendix On The Formation Of Audubon Societies.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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