| Author |
Beard, Lina, 1852-1933 |
| Author |
Beard, Adelia B. (Adelia Belle), 1857-1920 |
| Title |
On the Trail: An Outdoor Book for Girls
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 74.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Audrey Longhurst, Emmy and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"On the Trail: An Outdoor Book for Girls" by Lina Beard and Adelia Belle Beard is a practical guidebook written in the early 20th century. The book aims to empower young girls with knowledge and skills for enjoying outdoor adventures, encouraging independence and outdoor appreciation. It covers essential topics such as woodcraft, camping, and nature exploration, making it a hands-on resource for girls interested in an active, outdoor lifestyle. At the start of the book, the authors express the importance of connecting with the natural world and the therapeutic benefits it brings to girls. They highlight the shift in interest among girls towards a more adventurous and self-reliant outdoor life, aligning with the ideals of renowned naturalists like Thoreau and Burroughs. The opening portion emphasizes that true wisdom and joy in nature come from experience and encourages readers to embrace the call of the wild, providing practical tips for exploring, creating trails, and building a deeper relationship with the environment. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
SK: Agriculture: Hunting sports
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| Subject |
Camping
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| Subject |
Outdoor life
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
18525 |
| Release Date |
Jun 7, 2006 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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