A Book-Lover's Holidays in the Open by Theodore Roosevelt
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| Author | Roosevelt, Theodore, 1858-1919 |
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| LoC No. | 16006251 |
| Title | A Book-Lover's Holidays in the Open |
| Note | Reading ease score: 63.1 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Contents | A cougar hunt on the rim of the Grand Canyon -- Across the Navajo desert -- The Hopi snake-dance -- The ranchland of Argentina and southern Brazil -- A Chilean rodeo -- Across the Andes and northern Patagonia -- Wild hunting companions -- Primitive man; and the horse, the lion, and the elephant -- Books for holidays in the open -- Bird reserves at the mouth of the Mississippi -- A curious experience -- Appendices. |
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| Summary | "A Book-Lover's Holidays in the Open" by Theodore Roosevelt is a travelogue written in the early 20th century. The text reflects on the author's various adventures and experiences in the wilderness, emphasizing his deep appreciation for nature and outdoor life. It delves into themes of exploration, conservation, and the beauty of America's landscapes, alongside the interactions with indigenous cultures. The opening of the book introduces a cougar hunting expedition set against the backdrop of the Grand Canyon. Roosevelt recounts the gathering of his party, including his sons and friends, and sets off on their adventure filled with the thrill of the chase and quiet moments contemplating the stunning scenery. Through vivid descriptions, he shares the challenges of navigating the terrain, the camaraderie among the group, and the elation of encountering wildlife. The narrative makes it clear that this journey is not only about hunting but also about forging connections with nature and with each other amidst the majestic wilderness. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Hunting |
| Subject | South America -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Books and reading -- United States |
| Subject | Birds -- Conservation |
| Subject | Southwest, New -- Description and travel |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 34135 |
| Release Date | Oct 26, 2010 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 7, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 181 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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