The world of the great forest : how animals, birds, reptiles, insects talk,…
"The World of the Great Forest: How Animals, Birds, Reptiles, Insects Talk, Think, Work, and Live" by Paul Du Chaillu is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. The work explores the diverse life forms within the Central African forest, focusing on their communication, instincts, and survival strategies. Through observations and imaginative storytelling, Du Chaillu aims to reveal the intricate relationships and behaviors of forest animals, making these creatures the
protagonists of their own narratives. The opening of the book introduces readers to the guanionien, or giant eagle, as he soars above the Central African forest, pondering the art of hunting and the behaviors of his prey, the monkeys. The eagle conveys his thoughts through an internal dialogue, sharing both his feelings of hunger and affection for his mate. The text vividly illustrates the guanionien's daily life, its strategies for capturing prey, and its understanding of the forest's dynamics. This enchanting introduction sets the stage for an engaging exploration of the animal kingdom, where creatures communicate, interact, and endure in a relentless struggle for existence in the rich environment of the great forest. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Du Chaillu, Paul B. (Paul Belloni), 1835-1903 |
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| Illustrator | Gleeson, Joseph M. (Joseph Michael), 1861-1917 |
| Illustrator | Knight, Charles Robert, 1874-1953 |
| LoC No. | 00005946 |
| Title | The world of the great forest : how animals, birds, reptiles, insects talk, think, work, and live |
| Original Publication | New York: C. Scribner's Sons, 1900. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 77.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Richard Tonsing and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Animals -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 75327 |
| Release Date | Feb 9, 2025 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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