John Burroughs

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Bird Stories from Burroughs (eBook, ePUB)

Sketches of Bird Life Taken from the Works of John Burroughs

Beschreibung

In "Bird Stories from Burroughs," John Burroughs artfully intertwines personal narrative with keen natural observation to deliver a series of vignettes that celebrate the beauty and complexity of avian life. Written in a lyrical prose that reflects both his reverence for nature and his philosophical musings, Burroughs invites readers into a world where birds are not merely subjects of study, but fellow inhabitants of the earth with whom we share a profound connection. The book is situated within the broader context of the 19th-century American nature writing movement, characterized by a growing awareness of the environment and a desire to observe and preserve the wilderness. John Burroughs, a prominent figure in American literature and a contemporary of notable naturalists such as John Muir and Ralph Waldo Emerson, was deeply influenced by the transcendentalist movement and his own experiences in nature. His lifelong passion for botany and ornithology, along with his role as an advocate for conservation, propelled him to document the intricacies of birds and their habitats. Burroughs'Äôs reflective style is imbued with personal insights, suggesting an intricate bond between the observer and the observed, which speaks profoundly to the human condition. This enchanting collection is highly recommended for readers who seek to deepen their appreciation of nature and the avian world. Whether you are a seasoned birdwatcher, an aspiring nature enthusiast, or simply curious about the intricate lives of birds, Burroughs'Äôs stories provide a captivating and thoughtful exploration that bridges the gap between humanity and the natural realm.

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Locusts And Wild Honey By John BurroughsThe honey-bee goes forth from the hive in spring like the dove from Noah's ark, and it is not till after many days that she brings back the olive leaf, which in this case is a pellet of golden pollen upon each hip, usually obtained from the alder or the swamp willow. In a country where maple sugar is made the bees get their first taste of sweet from the sap as it flows from the spiles, or as it dries and is condensed upon the sides of the buckets. They will sometimes, in their eagerness, come about the boiling-place and be overwhelmed by the steam and the smoke. But bees appear to be more eager for bread in the spring than for honey: their supply of this article, perhaps, does not keep as well as their stores of the latter hence fresh bread, in the shape of new pollen, is diligently sought for. My bees get their first supplies from the catkins of the willows. How quickly they find them out! If but one catkin opens anywhere within range, a bee is on hand that very hour to rifle it, and it is a most pleasing experience to stand near the hive some mild April day and see them come pouring in with their little baskets packed with this first fruitage of the spring. They will have new bread now they have been to mill in good earnest see their dusty coats, and the golden grist they bring home with them. When a bee brings pollen into the hive he advances to the cell in which it is to be deposited and kicks it off, as one might his overalls or rubber boots, making one foot help the other then he walks off without ever looking behind him another bee, one of the indoor hands, comes along and rams it down with his head and packs it into the cell, as the dairymaid packs butter into a firkin with a ladle. The first spring wild-flowers, whose sly faces among the dry leaves and rocks are so welcome, are rarely frequented by the bee. The anemone, the hepatica, the bloodroot, the arbutus, the numerous violets, the spring beauty, the corydalis, etc., woo all lovers of nature, but seldom woo the honey-loving bee. The arbutus, lying low and keeping green all winter, attains to perfume and honey, but only once have I seen it frequented by bees. The first honey is perhaps obtained from the flowers of the red maple and the golden willow. The latter sends forth a wild, delicious perfume. The sugar maple blooms a little later, and from its silken tassels a rich nectar is gathered.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 543
• Erscheinungstermin: 4. Dezember 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664566768
• Artikelnr.: 58756657