Jungle Days - Paperback

Jungle Days is a book written by William Beebe, an American naturalist and explorer. The book is a collection of stories and experiences that Beebe had during his expeditions to the jungles of South America. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different aspect of jungle life. Beebe writes about the different animals he encountered, such as monkeys, snakes, and birds, and describes their behavior and habitats. He also writes about the plants and trees in the jungle, and the challenges of navigating through dense foliage.Beebe's writing is vivid and descriptive, painting a picture of the lush and mysterious world of the jungle. He also includes personal anecdotes and reflections on his experiences, giving the reader insight into the life of an explorer.Jungle Days is a fascinating read for anyone interested in nature, exploration, or adventure. It offers a unique perspective on the jungle and the creatures that inhabit it, and is sure to inspire a sense of wonder and curiosity in its readers.1923. With seven illustrations. William Beebe was one of this century's leading pioneers into the oceanic world. The Brooklyn, New York, native possessed an unrelenting curiosity about the natural world around, and beneath, him. Through his dozens of books describing his various expeditions, Beebe brought the average citizen in closer touch with the natural world. Beebe turned his focus away from pheasants to the tropical jungle and became director of the Zoological Park's new Department of Tropical Research. Contents: A Chain of Jungle Life; My Jungle Table; A Midnight Beach Combing; Falling Leaves; The Jungle Sluggard; Mangrove Mystery; The Life of Death; Old-Time People; and The Bird of the Wine-Colored Egg. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.