Wood Wanderings by Winthrop Packard

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Author Packard, Winthrop, 1862-1943
Illustrator Copeland, Charles, 1858-1929
LoC No. 10019939
Title Wood Wanderings
Contents Fairy fruit -- The land of spruce -- Birds of the nor'easter -- The squirrel harvest -- Among autumn leaves -- The day that summer came back -- When autumn passes -- November woods -- Winter birds'-nesting -- Some crows I have known.
Credits Steve Mattern, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library.)
Summary "Wood Wanderings" by Winthrop Packard is a nature writing work published in the early 20th century. The book reflects on the rich tapestry of woodland life, detailing the flora and fauna observed through the changing seasons in New England. Winthrop Packard’s elegant prose evokes a deep appreciation of the natural world, inviting readers to see the beauty hidden in the everyday aspects of life in the woods. The opening of "Wood Wanderings" introduces us to the enchanting atmosphere of early autumn as the September winds begin to hint at the approaching winter. The text vividly describes the playful movements of woodland creatures, such as the quick and clever chickadees, as they navigate their habitat, setting an engaging and immersive tone. Packard also reflects on the captivating interplay of light, the colors of ripened berries, and the delicate transformation of leaves within the woods, weaving in a sense of wonder and nostalgia for the nearly departed summer while hinting at the magical folklore that surrounds nature. Overall, the beginning captures the essence of woodland life, rich with sensory detail and philosophical musings, establishing a profound connection between the author and the natural world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class QH: Science: Natural history
Subject Natural history -- Outdoor books
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EBook-No. 66059
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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