Description

Real-life interactions with animals in their native habitat are rare these days. Experience them through this unabridged reprint of William Long’s 1902 animal sketches, written “on location” as he traveled. In personable, story form, Long records his interactions with various animals: the heron, bear, porcupine, fawn, and more. Every writer is a product of their time. Therefore, you’ll see a few allusions to biblical characters, Uncle Remus stories, and a handful of others—commonly employed at the time. However, the focus is truly on the lessons learned from animals, instilling admiration and a receptive spirit to their instruction. Additional distinctives enhance this treasure. Since his guides were of Maine’s Milicete tribe and their animal names displayed those animals’ characteristics, Long incorporates these, providing a pronunciation glossary. Additionally, each page (and some full pages) is illustrated by Charles Copeland. 6″9″, 364 pgs., pb. ~ Ruth