Afoot And Afloat (1907)

By John Burroughs and Clifton Johnson

Book Overview

Afoot and Afloat is a collection of essays written by American naturalist and writer John Burroughs. The book was first published in 1907 and is divided into two parts. The first part, Afoot, is a collection of essays that focus on Burroughs' experiences while walking and exploring the natural world. The essays cover a range of topics, including birds, flowers, and animals, as well as the landscape and scenery of the American countryside.The second part, Afloat, is a collection of essays that focus on Burroughs' experiences while on the water. The essays cover a range of topics, including fishing, boating, and exploring the rivers and lakes of America. Burroughs' love of nature and his keen observations of the world around him are evident throughout the book.Afoot and Afloat is a classic work of American nature writing that has been praised for its lyrical prose and its ability to capture the beauty and wonder of the natural world. It is a must-read for anyone who loves nature and the outdoors, and for those who appreciate the art of great writing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163962104
• ISBN13: 9781163962107
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 110 Pages
• Weight: 0.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"