The Edge of the Jungle

The Edge of the Jungle is a non-fiction book written by William Beebe, an American naturalist and explorer. The book was first published in 1921 and details Beebe's experiences exploring the jungles of British Guiana (now Guyana) in South America.Beebe's writing is vivid and descriptive, taking readers on a journey through the dense foliage and exotic wildlife of the jungle. He describes encounters with a variety of creatures, including jaguars, snakes, and birds, and provides insights into their behavior and habitats.In addition to his observations of the natural world, Beebe also reflects on the culture and people of British Guiana, sharing his impressions of the local communities and their way of life.The Edge of the Jungle is a fascinating account of one man's exploration of a remote and challenging environment, and provides valuable insights into the natural world and human experience. It remains a classic work of natural history and adventure writing, and is a must-read for anyone interested in the wonders of the jungle.1921. William Beebe was one of this century's leading pioneers into the oceanic world. The Brooklyn, New York, native possessed an unrelenting curiosity about the natural world around, and beneath, him. Through his dozens of books describing his various expeditions, Beebe brought the average citizen in closer touch with the natural world. Beebe turned his focus away from pheasants to the tropical jungle and became director of the Zoological Park's new Department of Tropical Research. This is his second series of essays, following those in Jungle Peace. Contents: The Lure of Kartabo; A Jungle Clearing; The Home Town of the Army Ants; A Jungle Beach; A Bit of Uselessness; Guinevere the Mysterious; A Jungle Labor Union; The Attas at Home; Hammock Nights; A Tropic Garden; The Bay of Butterflies; and Sequels. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.