Glimpses of Nature, and Objects of Interest Described, During a Visit to the…
"Glimpses of Nature, and Objects of Interest Described, During a Visit to the Isle of Wight" by Mrs. Loudon is a travel narrative written in the mid-19th century. This work captures observations and experiences during a family trip to the Isle of Wight, focusing on the sights, natural history, and various educational insights shared with the author's young daughter. The narrative aims to inspire young readers to cultivate a greater appreciation for
their surroundings and develop observant habits. The opening of the book introduces Agnes Merton, a ten-year-old girl who feels neglected due to her father's poor health. However, her spirits lift when her mother proposes a trip to the Isle of Wight for the three of them, aligning with her father's need for a change of air. Excitedly, Agnes prepares for the journey, but not without her mother emphasizing the responsibilities she'll have during their travels. The narrative sets the stage for a blend of adventure and learning, with the mother guiding Agnes's observations of nature and various phenomena during their trip, addressing themes of exploration, education, and personal growth. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Loudon, Mrs. (Jane), 1807-1858 |
|---|---|
| Title |
Glimpses of Nature, and Objects of Interest Described, During a Visit to the Isle of Wight Designed to Assist and Encourage Young Persons in Forming Habits of Observation |
| Credits |
Produced by Chris Curnow, David Maranhao and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 76.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DA: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe |
| LoC Class | QH: Science: Natural history |
| Subject | Isle of Wight (England) -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Natural history -- England -- Isle of Wight |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 48183 |
| Release Date | Feb 6, 2015 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 478 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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