Birds And Bees, Sharp Eyes And Other Papers

""Birds And Bees, Sharp Eyes And Other Papers"" is a collection of essays written by John Burroughs, an American naturalist and essayist. The book contains a series of observations and reflections on the natural world, including birds, bees, insects, and other animals. Burroughs' writing is characterized by his keen observations and his ability to convey the beauty and wonder of the natural world. The essays in this collection cover a range of topics, from the habits of birds and the intricacies of insect life to the joys of walking in the woods and the pleasures of observing the changing seasons. Throughout the book, Burroughs encourages readers to take a closer look at the world around them and to appreciate the wonders of nature. With its vivid descriptions and insightful observations, ""Birds And Bees, Sharp Eyes And Other Papers"" is a classic work of nature writing that continues to inspire readers today.How surely the birds know their enemies! See how the wrens and robins and bluebirds pursue and scold the cat, while they take little or no notice of the dog! Even the swallow will fight the cat, and, relying too confidently upon its powers of flight, sometimes swoops down so near to its enemy that it is caught by a sudden stroke of the cat's paw. The only case I know of in which our small birds fail to recognize their enemy is furnished by the shrike.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.