The Kindred of the Wild: A Book of Animal Life by Sir Charles G. D. Roberts
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| Author | Roberts, Charles G. D., Sir, 1860-1943 |
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| Illustrator | Bull, Charles Livingston, 1874-1932 |
| Title | The Kindred of the Wild: A Book of Animal Life |
| Note | Reading ease score: 74.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Contents | The animal story -- The moonlight trails -- The lord of the air -- Wild motherhood -- The homesickness of Kehonka -- Savoury meats -- The boy and Hushwing -- A treason of nature -- The haunter of the pine gloom -- The watchers of the camp-fire -- When twilight falls on the stump lots -- The king of the Mamozekel -- In panoply of spears. |
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| Summary | "The Kindred of the Wild: A Book of Animal Life" by Sir Charles G. D. Roberts is a collection of narratives focused on the lives of wild animals, likely written in the late 19th century. The work employs a blend of natural observation and imaginative storytelling to explore the interactions, behaviors, and emotional landscapes of various animals in their natural habitats. Through rich prose and introspective commentary, the author aims to rekindle a sense of kinship between humans and the animal kingdom. The opening of the book introduces the concept of the animal story as a literary form, tracing its roots back to primitive human experiences with wildlife. It discusses the early development of animal stories, leading to their evolution into modern narratives that explore animal psychology and emotions. The text emphasizes how contemporary writers aim to capture the personalities and motivations behind animal actions, moving beyond mere instinct to reveal a deeper connection between animals and their environment. This thematic exploration sets the stage for subsequent tales that promise to blend education with empathetic storytelling, inviting readers to see wild creatures through a lens of understanding and appreciation. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QL: Science: Zoology |
| Subject | Animals -- Anecdotes |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 46040 |
| Release Date | Jun 20, 2014 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 366 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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