
TIME AND CHANGE - By John Burroughs - BOSTON AND NEW YORK - 1912
PREFACE
TIME AND CHANGE
I. THE LONG ROAD - I
II. THE DIVINE ABYSS - I
III. THE SPELL OF THE YOSEMITE - I
IV. THROUGH THE EYES OF THE GEOLOGIST - I
V. HOLIDAYS IN HAWAII - I
VI. THE OLD ICE-FLOOD - I
VII. THE FRIENDLY SOIL
In this thoughtful collection the author invites listeners to step beyond everyday concerns and into the slow, patient world of rocks and ancient seas. Blending clear scientific explanations with personal reminiscences, the essays turn the hard facts of geology into a surprisingly warm narrative that feels like a walk among the hills of one’s own childhood.
Drawing on early wanderings beneath craggy ledges, the writer shows how the layers of the earth mirror the long road of evolution, from single‑celled beginnings to the rise of complex life. He gently challenges the familiar notion of a brief, human‑centered history, urging a reconsideration of our place within a vast, ever‑changing natural story.
The tone remains conversational yet rigorous, offering enough scientific detail to satisfy curious minds while keeping the language inviting for those new to the subject. Listeners will find a blend of curiosity, reverence, and modest awe that encourages a deeper appreciation of both the planet’s past and our own unfolding journey.
Language
en
Duration
~6 hours (370K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2004-05-01
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1837–1921
A beloved American nature writer, he turned close observation of birds, fields, and seasons into warm, thoughtful essays that helped many readers see the outdoors with fresh attention. His work also helped shape the early conservation movement in the United States.
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