The Animal World, A Book of Natural History Young Folks' Treasury (Volume V)

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The Animal World, A Book of Natural History Young Folks' Treasury (Volume V)

by Theodore Wood

EN·~17 hours·47 chapters

Chapters

47 total
1

The Animal World A Book of Natural History By THEODORE WOOD Edited by Ernest Ingersoll - Volume V

0:21
2

PARTIAL LIST OF CONTRIBUTORS, ASSISTANT EDITORS AND ADVISERS

3:13
3

ILLUSTRATIONS

1:12
4

INTRODUCTION

3:23
5

CHAPTER I APES AND GIBBONS

11:23
6

CHAPTER II BABOONS

18:18
7

CHAPTER III THE AMERICAN MONKEYS AND THE LEMURS

19:26
8

CHAPTER IV THE BATS

13:59
9

CHAPTER V THE INSECT-EATERS

27:31
10

CHAPTER VI THE LARGER CATS

26:35

Description

A sweeping overview of the animal kingdom invites young readers to explore the world’s most fascinating creatures. Written in an engaging, conversational tone, the text blends clear explanations with vivid, front‑page illustrations that bring each species to life. The author’s careful selection of examples offers a solid foundation for anyone beginning a nature study.

From towering apes and sleek big cats to buzzing insects, hummingbirds, and the mysteries of the deep sea, the book moves smoothly through every major group. Detailed sketches of monkeys, bats, wolves, and a host of marine life sit beside crisp photographs, encouraging curiosity and observation. With contributions from leading naturalists and educators, the volume serves as both a reference and an invitation to venture outdoors and discover the wonders described within.

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Full title

The Animal World, A Book of Natural History Young Folks' Treasury (Volume V) Young Folks' Treasury (Volume V)

Language

en

Duration

~17 hours (1001K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Juliet Sutherland and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net

Release date

2013-03-26

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Theodore Wood

Theodore Wood

1862–1923

A lively British clergyman and natural history writer, he helped bring birds, seashore life, and the wider animal world within easy reach of young readers and general audiences. His books share the clear, curious spirit of the Victorian and Edwardian nature tradition he inherited from his father, the popular naturalist J. G. Wood.

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