Campfires Of A Naturalist: The Story Of Fourteen Expeditions After North American Mammals

By Lewis Lindsay Dyche

Book Overview

""Campfires Of A Naturalist"" is a non-fiction book written by Lewis Lindsay Dyche in 1893. The book tells the story of Dyche's fourteen expeditions across North America in search of mammals. As a naturalist and taxidermist, Dyche was interested in studying and preserving the animals he encountered. The book is divided into fourteen chapters, each of which describes a different expedition. Dyche provides detailed accounts of his travels through various regions, including the Rocky Mountains, the Great Plains, and the Pacific Northwest. He also describes the animals he encountered, such as bison, deer, and bears, and the methods he used to capture and preserve them. In addition to his scientific observations, Dyche also includes personal anecdotes and reflections on his experiences in the wilderness. He writes about the challenges he faced, such as harsh weather and dangerous encounters with wildlife, as well as the joys of being in nature and discovering new species. Overall, ""Campfires Of A Naturalist"" is a fascinating account of one man's passion for exploring and studying the natural world. Dyche's vivid descriptions and engaging writing style make this book a must-read for anyone interested in wildlife, conservation, or the history of scientific exploration in North America.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: 1436796512
• ISBN13: 9781436796514
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 344 Pages
• Weight: 1.01 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"