Wonders Near Home (1873)

By William Houghton

Book Overview

Wonders Near Home is a book written by William Houghton and published in 1873. The book is a collection of essays that explore the natural world and the wonders that can be found in our immediate surroundings. Houghton's writing is both descriptive and informative, as he takes readers on a journey through the countryside, exploring the flora and fauna that can be found there. He also delves into the geological history of the area, discussing the formation of rocks and the impact of glaciers on the landscape. The book is illustrated with black and white sketches, which add to the overall charm of the work. Wonders Near Home is a delightful read for anyone interested in the natural world and the beauty that can be found in our own backyard.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: 1167187849
• ISBN13: 9781167187841
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 132 Pages
• Weight: 0.41 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"