Adventures of a Young Naturalist by Lucien Biart
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| Author | Biart, Lucien, 1828-1897 |
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| Editor | Gillmore, Parker |
| Uniform Title | Aventures d'un jeune naturaliste. English |
| Title | Adventures of a Young Naturalist |
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| Summary | "Adventures of a Young Naturalist" by Lucien Biart is a narrative of exploration written in the late 19th century. The work chronicles the exciting journey of a young boy, Lucien, alongside his father, a friend, and an Indian guide, as they venture into the lush landscapes of Mexico in pursuit of scientific knowledge and adventure. Themes of nature, childhood curiosity, and the relationship between man and the environment are likely explored as they encounter various animals and plant life along their travels. At the start of the narrative, readers meet Lucien, a precocious nine-year-old with a deep yearning for adventure and discovery, as he prepares to accompany his father on a scientific expedition. The opening chapters describe the journey's commencement, detailing the characters' hopes and excitements, including Lucien's determination to face the challenges of the wild, such as navigating the rugged terrain and interacting with the indigenous culture. The family dynamics, the loyalty of Lucien's dog Gringalet, and the humorous interactions with their Indian guide L'Encuerado add warmth and lightheartedness to this engaging tale of exploration and discovery in a magnificent natural setting. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QH: Science: Natural history |
| Subject | Mexico -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Natural history -- Mexico |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 26009 |
| Release Date | Jul 8, 2008 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 3, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 68 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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