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Eliza Brightwen, a popular Victorian-era naturalist, re-counts her many experiences with the wild creatures she encountered on her English estate. She devotes a chapter to each animal describing their behavior and how she won their trust. Brightwen clearly has a special connection with birds as many chapters are devoted to her feathered friends. The book is both informative and entertaining, providing details about each animal in a heart-felt tale.First published in 1890, this edition is derived from the 5th edition with 63 black & white illustrations. As always, this edition is complete and unabridged.
Discover the beauty and wonder of nature through the eyes of Elizabeth Brightwen, a pioneering naturalist and animal lover. From her encounters with wild birds and mammals to her observations of plants and landscapes, this timeless work celebrates the richness and complexity of the natural world. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.