This edition has been fully restored with modern typesetting, custom cover design. Celia Thaxter's An Island Garden is a lyrical garden journal set among the Isles of Shoals, where loneliness, memory, and devotion to flowers shape every page. Born from repeated requests to explain how her beloved island garden was made, the book begins with a meditation on dust, soil, and seeds, marveling at the hidden miracle that turns ordinary earth into blossoms, fruit, and trees. For Thaxter, gardenin...

In these lyrical sketches of the Isles of Shoals, Celia Thaxter turns a cluster of bleak granite outcrops into a place of haunting beauty, where sea, weather, and light continually remake the world. She guides readers through the islands' geography, names, reefs, tides, lighthouse, fishing grounds, and uncertain border between Maine and New Hampshire, while showing how their remoteness offers a strange freedom from worldly burdens. The shore is harsh yet mesmerizing: pebbled coves, kelp, w...

On a cold, moonlit night in March 1873, a horrific double murder shattered the peace of Smutty-Nose Island, one of the Isles of Shoals off the coast of New Hampshire. In this haunting true account, Celia Thaxter—a resident of the Shoals and one of the first responders to the tragedy—recounts the chilling events with vivid clarity and emotional depth.Through Thaxter’s eloquent prose, we come to know the victims: kind-hearted Norwegian immigrants whose peaceful, humble lives were sud...

In "Some Curious Flyers, Creepers, and Swimmers," readers are treated to a masterfully curated collection exploring the natural world through poetic and prose lenses. The anthology gathers a tapestry of works, each delving into the nuanced behaviors and habitats of avian, terrestrial, and aquatic life. The diversity in literary styles'Äîfrom vivid poetry to narrative sketches'Äîcaptures the intricate details and mysteries surrounding the world's most fascinating creatures. Standout pieces ...

MY object in the following pages is merely to give a very brief account of some of those birds which are useful, or the reverse, to farmers and gardeners. It is seldom possible, of course, to give an exact estimate of their value. In many cases they are useful in some ways, but mischievous in others. But it must be remembered that while the damage which they do is generally evident enough, their services are very easily overlooked. It should also be noted that, while a gooseberry stolen or...

A Book of Natural History presents an unrivaled visual survey of Earth's natural history. Giving a clear overview of the classification of our natural world species-A Book of Natural Histo looks at every kingdom of life, from bacteria, minerals, and rocks to fossils to plants and animals. Featuring a remarkable array of illustrations, the book looks at many of specimens and species that take the reader on an incredible journey from the most fundamental building blocks of the world's landsc...

This antiquarian book contains a practical guide to keeping and caring for finches, being a handy collection of tips and helpful hints for the breeding, feeding, and training of these beautiful birds. This volume contains a wealth of information on all types of common finch, and is highly recommended for readers with a practical interest in these animals. The chapters of this book include: “Finches”, “Bullfinch”, “The Goldfinch”, “Chaffinch”, “The Mountain Finch or Brambling”, “The Linnet”...

In this richly illustrated compilation, Titcomb explores the nesting habits and architectural skills of a number of species of bird, insect and animals. Updated illustrations.

Originally published in 1883. A compilation of fascinating and comprehensive advice and information. This well illustrated book deals with all manner of decoying and trapping methods used in the past by gamekeepers, poachers and bird collectors.

This expertly written guide to taxidermy delivers a strong understanding of all stages of the process.Compiled by Dalton Harriott, a committed outdoorsman of over three decades standing, we witness in this encompassing text detailed explanations vital to the aspiring taxidermist. Elements of technique regarding mammals, birds and reptiles are discussed in turn, while the importance of good equipment, practice and a solid grounding in theory are spo...

First published in 1870. According to the Preface: " In this little book my desire has been, not so much to impart knowledge to young people, as to induce them to acquire it for themselves. I have endeavoured to show that Country Walks may be full of interest and instruction to all who care to make good use of their eyes. If I have failed, the fault rests with me for the way in which I have treated the subject. I am aware that I have occasionally used words and phrases which may puzzle you...

Colombo— Dullness of the Town— Cinnamon Garden— A Cingalese Appo— Ceylon Sport— Jungle Fever— Newera Ellia— Energy of Sir E. Barnes— Influence of the Governor— Projected Improvements.