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Venture into the heart of the American Southwest with John C. Van Dyke's "The Desert: Further Studies in Natural Appearances," a timeless exploration of the Sonoran Desert's stark beauty and subtle wonders. Originally published at the turn of the century, this captivating work of nature writing offers a meticulously observed portrait of the desert landscape, its unique flora and fauna, and the ethereal qualities of light and atmosphere that define this region.
Van Dyke's essays delve into the natural history of the desert, capturing its essence through vivid descriptions and insightful reflections. More than just a travelogue, this book is a profound meditation on the power and serenity of the natural world. Journey through a landscape that has captivated readers for generations and experience the enduring allure of the American West. A classic of its kind, "The Desert" remains a compelling read for anyone interested in nature, the Southwest, and the art of seeing.
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.
Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
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This title is printed to order. This book may have been self-published. If so, we cannot guarantee the quality of the content. In the main most books will have gone through the editing process however some may not. We therefore suggest that you be aware of this before ordering this book. If in doubt check either the author or publisher’s details as we are unable to accept any returns unless they are faulty. Please contact us if you have any questions.
Venture into the heart of the American Southwest with John C. Van Dyke's "The Desert: Further Studies in Natural Appearances," a timeless exploration of the Sonoran Desert's stark beauty and subtle wonders. Originally published at the turn of the century, this captivating work of nature writing offers a meticulously observed portrait of the desert landscape, its unique flora and fauna, and the ethereal qualities of light and atmosphere that define this region.
Van Dyke's essays delve into the natural history of the desert, capturing its essence through vivid descriptions and insightful reflections. More than just a travelogue, this book is a profound meditation on the power and serenity of the natural world. Journey through a landscape that has captivated readers for generations and experience the enduring allure of the American West. A classic of its kind, "The Desert" remains a compelling read for anyone interested in nature, the Southwest, and the art of seeing.
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.
This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.
Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.