| Author |
Löns, Hermann, 1866-1914 |
| Title |
Wasserjungfern: Geschichten von Sommerboten und Sonnenkündern
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 65.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Norbert H. Langkau and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"Wasserjungfern: Geschichten von Sommerboten und Sonnenkündern" by Hermann Löns is a collection of nature studies written in the early 20th century. The book focuses on the enchanting world of dragonflies and their environment, exploring their beauty and significance within various water landscapes. Löns brings to life the intricate dynamics of nature, presenting readers with vivid imagery and poetic descriptions that evoke a sense of nostalgia for the charm of summer. The opening of this work sets the stage for a detailed exploration of dragonflies, or "Wasserjungfern," through rich, descriptive language that immerses the reader in their habitat. It introduces the vibrant scenes where these creatures thrive, emphasizing their role as harbingers of summer and the interconnectedness of life in their ecosystems. Löns poetically mourns the human indifference to such delicate beauties, contrasting the common appreciation for more overtly engaging creatures like butterflies and beetles. Through his passionate observations, the author invites readers to rediscover the subtle splendor of nature that often goes unnoticed. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
German |
| LoC Class |
QL: Science: Zoology
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| Subject |
Dragonflies
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
48570 |
| Release Date |
Mar 24, 2015 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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