Glacières; or, Freezing Caverns
A Frozen Adventure into the Heart of Glacial LandscapesBy Edwin Swift Balch
Length7h 42m
About this audiobook
In "Glacières; or, Freezing Caverns," Edwin Swift Balch intricately explores the phenomenon of natural ice formations and subterranean freezing caverns. Balch employs a vivid and at times poetic literary style, inviting readers into a mesmerizing world where scientific inquiry meets artistic appreciation. Through detailed descriptions and meticulous observations, he captures the awe-inspiring beauty and complexity of these icy landscapes, situating his work in the larger context of 19th-century naturalism, where science and art converge to deepen our understanding of the natural world. Edwin Swift Balch, an American naturalist and author, deeply engaged with the intricacies of geology and ecology, was profoundly influenced by his surroundings, particularly the ice formations he encountered in the United States. His background in science and his fascination with the natural environment propelled him to document these phenomena, not just as a naturalist but as an artist, aiming to evoke emotion and wonder while enlightening readers about the scientific principles underlying these glacières. This beautifully crafted work is recommended for those interested in natural history, geoscience, and the interplay between art and nature. Balch's "Glacières" is a profound journey into the icy realms of the Earth, offering readers both scientific insight and a poetic appreciation of our planet's hidden wonders.
Audiobook details
GenreScience and Nature
Length7 hrs 42 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateMay 19, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1PART I.
7PART III. (pt. 1)
2PART II.
8PART III. (pt. 2)
3THE CAUSES OF SUBTERRANEAN ICE.
9PART IV.
4I.
10PART V.
5II.
11INDEX.
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