The Strange Adventures of a Pebble by Hallam Hawksworth

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Author Hawksworth, Hallam, 1863-
LoC No. 21014943
Title The Strange Adventures of a Pebble
Series Title Strange adventures in nature's wonderlands
Note Reading ease score: 71.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits Tim Lindell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.)
Summary "The Strange Adventures of a Pebble" by Hallam Hawksworth is a blend of educational narrative and imaginative storytelling written in the early 20th century. This work aims to engage readers of all ages with the fascinating journey of a pebble through various environmental processes while exploring the broader story of Earth's geological history. The central character is the pebble itself, which recounts its experiences through nature's transformations, making the narrative both informative and entertaining. At the start of the narrative, the pebble introduces itself and hints at its tumultuous adventures, including the elemental forces of fire and water that shaped the planet. In a whimsical tone, it compares its origins to the Greek myth of Phaeton, illustrating the melting and formation of landscapes through natural phenomena like volcanic activity and glaciers. The pebble’s narrative continues to weave together mythological references and scientific explanations, hinting at the educational journey to come regarding the Earth's history and geological processes. Through vivid imagery and relatable metaphors, it sets up the premise for a journey through time, capturing the remarkable story of how geological forces have molded the world we know today. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class QE: Science: Geology
Subject Geology -- Juvenile literature
Subject Physical geography -- Juvenile literature
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EBook-No. 66818
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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