Notes on the Fenland; with A Description of the Shippea Man
Exploring the Unique Fenland Landscape and Mysterious Shippea ManBy Thomas McKenny Hughes
Length6m
About this audiobook
In "Notes on the Fenland; with A Description of the Shippea Man," Thomas McKenny Hughes presents a meticulous exploration of the Fenland, an area rich in both natural history and social significance. Hughes employs a scientific literary style, blending detailed observations with vivid descriptions that capture the unique geography and ecology of the region. The work serves as both an anthropological study and a memoir, reflecting the cultural landscape during the late 19th century'Äîa time when industrialization was reshaping rural England. The inclusion of the Shippea Man, a significant archaeological find, serves as a poignant connection to the past, highlighting the intersection of history, geography, and human activity in this intriguing locale. Hughes, a respected geologist and natural historian, was deeply influenced by his experiences in the Fenland and the ongoing debates of his time regarding land use and environmental changes. His background in geology provided him with a unique lens through which to view the Fossils and artifacts he encountered, compelling him to document not only the physical landscape but also the rich tapestry of life that it supports. Through his scholarly pursuits, Hughes aimed to ignite greater public interest in both local history and the pressing environmental issues of his day. "Notes on the Fenland" is an essential read for those interested in environmental history and the interplay between geography and human experience. Hughes's work not only enlightens readers about a unique British region but also invites them to consider contemporary ecological concerns through the lens of historical context. This book offers a profound appreciation for the Fenland's complexities and is a valuable resource for scholars and casual readers alike.
Audiobook details
GenreScience and Nature
Length6 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 23, 2019
LanguageEnglish
A Brief History of IntelligenceMax S. Bennett12h 18m$29 · $0.00
The Collected Works of John MuirJohn Muir96h 8m$2 · $0.00
LiftoffEric Berger9h 4m$29 · $0.00
Distant SkiesMelissa A. Priblo Chapman12h 39m$23
ApolloCharles Murray, Catherine Bly Cox18h 15m$30
The Story of BirdsSteve Brusatte11h 49m$29 · $0.00
Black Earth WisdomLeah Penniman11h 54m$8 · $0.00
Crystals for BeginnersKaren Frazier3h 49m$20
What If? 10th Anniversary EditionRandall Munroe7h 29m$23
Nikola Tesla - Ultimate Collection: 70+ Scientific Works, Lectures & EssaysNikola Tesla48h 43m$2 · $0.00
Total Cat MojoJackson Galaxy10h 13m$23 · $0.00
Earth at NightNational Aeronautics and Space Administration2h 31m$1 · $0.00
My Life Among the UnderdogsTia Torres5h 51m$24 · $0.00
What It Takes to Save a LifeKwane Stewart6h$24 · $0.00
Pastoral SongJames Rebanks8h 35m$26 · $0.00
How Stella Learned to TalkChristina Hunger7h$24 · $0.00
Craig & FredCraig Grossi8h 6m$26 · $0.00
Celebrating BirdsNatalia Rojas, Ana Maria Martinez6h 47m$24 · $0.00
WildingIsabella Tree12h 22m$23
Saving JemimaJulie Zickefoose4h 59m$20 · $0.00
You may also like
Lectures on Stellar StatisticsC. V. L. Charlier2h 45m$1 · $0.00
Subspeciation in the Meadow Mouse, Microtus pennsylvanicus, in Wyoming, Colorado, and Adjacent AreasSydney Anderson50m$2 · $0.00
A Brief History of EarthAndrew H. Knoll4h 57m$20 · $0.00
The Great LakesJames Oliver Curwood6h 11m$2.30
Sticks and Stones: A Study of American Architecture and CivilizationLewis Mumford4h 42m$2 · $0.00
Exploring Chipmunks: 5 Classic Books on Their Biology and DistributionJohn A. White3h 47m$2 · $0.00
New Zealand Moths and Butterflies (Macro-Lepidoptera)G. V. Hudson12h 42m$2 · $0.00
The Somerset CoastCharles G. Harper7h 3m$1 · $0.00
An Elementary Manual of New Zealand EntomologyG. V. Hudson4h 36m$1 · $0.00
The Chemical History of a CandleMichael Faraday5h 4m$2 · $0.00
New England Salmon Hatcheries and Salmon Fisheries in the Late 19th CenturyVarious53m$1 · $0.00
House FliesL. O. Howard28m$2 · $0.00
The Story of the Living MachineH. W. Conn4h 10m$1 · $0.00
The Geographical Distribution of Animals (Summarized Edition)Alfred Russel Wallace$2
Geographic Variation in the Pocket Gopher, Thomomys bottae, in ColoradoPhillip M. Youngman47m$2 · $0.00
Speciation of the Wandering ShrewJames S. Findley3h 16m$2 · $0.00
The Genus PinusGeorge Russell Shaw$2 · $0.00
A Manual of Philippine BirdsRichard C. McGregor41h 24m$2 · $0.00
Pipistrellus cinnamomeus Miller 1902 Referred to the Genus MyotisWalter Woelber Dalquest, E. Raymond Hall21m$2 · $0.00
A Brief History of South DakotaDoane Robinson5h 14m$2 · $0.00