American Beaver And His Works

American Beaver and His Works

by Lewis Henry Morgan

Lewis Henry Morgan's "The American Beaver and His Works" is a foundational work in the study of animal behavior, particularly the fascinating world of the American beaver. Based on extensive fieldwork and meticulous observations, Morgan delves into the intricate details of beaver life, from their physical characteristics and social dynamics to their remarkable dam-building abilities and the impact of their activities on the environment. Through detailed descriptions and insightful analysis, he offers a comprehensive understanding of these industrious creatures and their vital role in shaping the ecosystems they inhabit.

Listen/Download Audiobook

Read by:
00:00
Playback Speed 1.0
00:00
  • Select Speed

Related books

The Kea: a New Zealand problem including a full description of this very interesting bird, its habitat and ways together with a discussion of the theories advanced to explain its sheep-killing propensities Cover image

The Kea: a New Zealand problem including a full description of this very interesting bird, its habitat and ways together with a discussion of the theories advanced to explain its sheep-killing propensities by George Reginald Marriner

This insightful work provides a comprehensive exploration of the Kea, a unique bird species native to New Zealand, delving into its habitat, behavior,...

Episodes Before Thirty Cover image

Episodes Before Thirty by Algernon Blackwood

This autobiography details Algernon Blackwood's first thirty years of life as an impoverished adventurer in Canada and New York. He recounts his exper...

By the Aurelian Wall and Other Elegies Cover image

By the Aurelian Wall and Other Elegies by Bliss Carman

This collection of elegiac poems by Bliss Carman explores themes of death, loss, and the passage of time. Carman's lyrical style and poignant reflecti...

At Crow's Nest Pass Cover image

At Crow's Nest Pass by E. Pauline Johnson

“At Crow’s Nest Pass” is a poem by E. Pauline Johnson, also known as Tekahionwake, a celebrated Canadian poet and author of the Six Nations of the Gra...

Man and Nature on the Broads Cover image

Man and Nature on the Broads by Arthur Henry Patterson

This book that explores the harmonious relationship between mankind and the serene natural landscapes of the Broads. Written by Arthur Henry Patterson...

Reason Why Cover image

Reason Why by Robert Kemp Philp

This book, 'Reason Why' by Robert Kemp Philp, is a comprehensive collection of explanations for common occurrences in the natural world. It delves int...

Miniature Cover image

Miniature by George Pope Morris

Miniature is a collection of poems by George Pope Morris, an American editor, poet, and songwriter. The poems in this collection are characterized by...

Welcome and Farewell Cover image

Welcome and Farewell by George Pope Morris

This book, "Welcome and Farewell" by George Pope Morris, is a compilation of the poet's work, reflecting his diverse interests and experiences. The c...

Guide to Stoicism Cover image

Guide to Stoicism by St. George William Joseph Stock

This book is a guide to the philosophy of Stoicism, a school of thought that originated in ancient Greece and Rome. The Stoics believed that the key t...

Earth's Enigmas Cover image

Earth's Enigmas by Sir Charles G. D. Roberts

It is a captivating exploration of the natural world, where mysteries and wonders await discovery. This book, written by the renowned Canadian author,...

Reviews for American Beaver and His Works

No reviews posted or approved, yet...