| Author |
Joutsen, O. A. (Otto Aleksanteri), 1878-1936 |
| Title |
Luonnon ihmeitä
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| Original Publication |
Jyväskylä: K. J. Gummerus Oy, 1911.
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 28.7 (College graduate level). Very difficult to read.
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| Contents |
Helmen elämäkerta -- Ilman ihmeitä -- Suuri Irlannin hirvi -- Jättiläispuita -- Ampujakala -- Paha maa -- Eläviä lamppuja -- Koralli -- Kangashärkä -- Viheriöivä meri -- Lentäviä eläimiä -- Victoria Regia -- Muinaisia jättiläismatelijoita -- Erakkorapua haastattelemassa -- Kaunis lintu -- Kiehuvia lähteitä -- Merkillisiä kaloja -- Kiviaika -- Kameleontti -- Kaloja, jotka rakentavat pesiä -- Siivetön lintu -- Muurahaisten sodankäynti -- Käynti Mammuttiluolassa -- Kolme ääntä -- Mammutti -- Kääpiöpuita.
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| Credits |
Jari Koivisto
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| Summary |
"Luonnon ihmeitä" by O. A. Joutsen is a collection of nature-themed essays written in the early 20th century. The work captivates readers by exploring the wonders of the natural world, from the lives of small creatures to the grandeur of vast landscapes. Each chapter addresses fascinating topics, making the book accessible and educational for young readers and anyone interested in discovering the marvels of nature. The opening of the book introduces the theme that nature is filled with wonders both large and small, inviting readers to appreciate even the simplest things in life. It sets the tone with poetic reflections on the beauty of creation, illustrating how God's invisible hand shapes the world around us. The first chapter, titled "Helmen elämäkerta" or "The Biography of a Pearl," tells the story of a humble mollusk that, troubled by an intruding grain of sand, creates a beautiful pearl over time. This allegorical narrative hints at the larger themes of transformation and beauty within the natural world, effectively engaging the reader's curiosity about the stories behind different elements of nature. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
Finnish |
| LoC Class |
QH: Science: Natural history
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| Subject |
Natural history -- Juvenile literature
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
71632 |
| Release Date |
Sep 13, 2023 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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