Science-Gossip, Vol. 6 (Classic Reprint): An Illustrated Monthly Record of Nature, Country Lore and Applied Science; April 1900 - Couverture souple

Carrington, John Thomas

 
9781334720987: Science-Gossip, Vol. 6 (Classic Reprint): An Illustrated Monthly Record of Nature, Country Lore and Applied Science; April 1900

Synopsis

Explore early 20th‑century nature writing and hands‑on natural history travel.

This issue features a vivid travel and field‑notes piece on butterfly collecting in Corsica, blending scenery, botany, and careful insect observation. Read in a clear, approachable style that invites readers into the author’s journeys and the practical world of natural science publishing from 1900.

This edition documents a firsthand journey from Nice to the Corsican interior, with detailed observations of landscapes, climate, and plant life that shape butterfly habitats. It pairs lyrical descriptions of the island’s beauty with precise notes on where and when to find specific species, making it a window into historical collecting practice and field work.
3–4 things you’ll experience
  • A vivid, place‑by‑place account of Corsican terrain, from coastal features to pine forests and beech zones.
  • Specific butterfly species and varieties, with notes on timing and favored spots for collection.
  • Context on travel logistics, weather, and entomology as part of daily life in a 1900 scientific periodical.
  • An eclectic mix of science content and contemporary catalogues, advertisements, and society notices typical of the era.
Ideal for readers of historical natural history, old‑style field journals, and anyone curious about how early naturalists documented their discoveries.

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