Everyday Objects; Or, Picturesque Aspects of Natural History.

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Everyday Objects; Or, Picturesque Aspects of Natural History.

by W. H. Davenport (William Henry Davenport) Adams

EN·~10 hours·17 chapters

Chapters

17 total
1

Everyday Objects

0:30
2

PREFACE.

5:27
3

CHAPTER I. WHAT MAY BE SEEN IN THE HEAVENS.

36:37
4

CHAPTER II. WHAT MAY BE SEEN UPON THE EARTH.

1:34:33
5

BOOK II. ——♦—— SPRING-TIME.

0:53
6

CHAPTER I. WHAT MAY BE SEEN IN THE HEAVENS.

37:59
7

CHAPTER II. WHAT MAY BE SEEN UPON THE EARTH.

1:25:14
8

BOOK III. ——♦—— SUMMER.

0:43
9

CHAPTER I. WHAT MAY BE SEEN IN THE HEAVENS.

23:03
10

CHAPTER II. WHAT MAY BE SEEN ON THE EARTH.

1:54:10

Description

In this warmly written guide, the author invites listeners to pause and look again at the world that surrounds us. By weaving scientific insight with poetic observation, the text transforms ordinary stones, plants, and insects into sources of marvel. The tone feels like a conversation with a curious mentor, eager to nurture the child‑like urge to ask “why?” of everyday sights. It promises a delightful journey through the familiar, revealing hidden stories behind the objects we often overlook.

The book is aimed at parents, teachers, and anyone who wishes to spark a love of nature in young minds. Rather than overwhelming with dense taxonomy, it offers vivid illustrations and lively explanations that celebrate the beauty of the commonplace. Listeners will find themselves encouraged to walk their gardens, streets, and homes with fresh eyes, discovering the subtle science and charm in every leaf, feather, or drop of water. This gentle exploration makes the ordinary feel extraordinary, inviting a lifelong habit of curious observation.

Details

Language

en

Duration

~10 hours (613K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Chris Curnow, Jane Robins and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)

Release date

2014-12-08

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

W. H. Davenport (William Henry Davenport) Adams

W. H. Davenport (William Henry Davenport) Adams

1828–1891

A prolific Victorian writer and journalist, he turned history, travel, natural history, and folklore into lively books for general readers. His work ranges from lighthouses and famous ships to superstition, exploration, and the wider natural world.

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