The Story of the Innumerable Company, and Other Sketches
Exploring the Human Experience Through Diverse Literary SketchesBy David Starr Jordan
Length5h 10m
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In "The Story of the Innumerable Company, and Other Sketches," David Starr Jordan weaves an intricate tapestry of natural history and philosophical musings, reflecting on humanity's relationship with the natural world. This collection of essays showcases Jordan's distinctive prose style, blending scientific observation with lyrical narrative, reminiscent of Victorian literary traditions. The sketches explore a diverse array of subjects, from the beauty of oceanic life to the complexities of human society, alluding to the interconnectedness of all living beings. Set against the backdrop of an evolving scientific discourse, Jordan's work is a testament to the late 19th-century shift towards a more holistic understanding of nature that emphasizes both empirical study and poetic reflection. David Starr Jordan was a notable ichthyologist and educator, deeply influenced by his scientific training and commitment to preserving the natural environment. His role as a founding president of Stanford University and his dedication to promoting science and education reflect a lifelong passion for illuminating the wonders of the world. His experiences in both academia and exploration lend a credibility and urgency to his pursuits, providing profound insights into the natural world and our place within it. This compelling collection is highly recommended for readers who appreciate the confluence of literature and science, as well as those who seek a deeper understanding of humanity'Äôs bond with nature. "The Story of the Innumerable Company" is not just an exploration of diverse species but a call to appreciate and preserve the myriad forms of life that share our planet.
Audiobook details
GenreLiterary Classics, General Fiction
Length5 hrs 10 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 17, 2019
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1ILLUSTRATIONS.
2Peter Rendl as Saint John
3Johann Zwink as Judas
4Rosa Lang as Mary
5"Ecce Homo!"
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6A Record of Junípero Serra
7Mission of San Antonio de Pádua
8Mission of San Antonio de Pádua--Interior of Chapel
9Mission of San Antonio de Pádua--Side of Chapel, with the Old Pear-trees
10The Great Saint Bernard
11Hospice of the Great Saint Bernard
12Hospice of the Great Saint Bernard--in Winter
13Jupitère (Great Saint Bernard Dog)
14Monks of the Great Saint Bernard
15Saint Bernard and the Demon
16John Brown
17The John Brown Homestead, North Elba, N. Y.
18John Brown's Grave
19Ulrich Von Hutten
20Ulrich Zwingli
21THE STORY OF THE INNUMERABLE COMPANY.
22THE STORY OF THE PASSION.
23[Illustration: Peter Rendl as Saint John.]
24[Illustration: Johann Zwink as Judas.]
25[Illustration: Rosa Lang as Mary.]
26[Illustration: "Ecce Homo!"]
27THE CALIFORNIA OF THE PADRE.[1]
28[Illustration: A Record of Junípero Serra.]
29[Illustration: Mission of San Antonio de Padua.]
30[Illustration: Mission of San Antonio de Padua--Interior of Chapel.]
31[Illustration: Mission of San Antonio de Padua--side of the chapel, with the old pear-trees.]
32THE CONQUEST OF JUPITER PEN.
33[Illustration: The Great Saint Bernard.]
34[Illustration: Hospice of the Great Saint Bernard.]
35[Illustration: The Hospice in winter.]
36[Illustration: Jupitére.]
37[Illustration: Monks of the Great Saint Bernard.]
38[Illustration: Saint Bernard and the demon.]
39THE LAST OF THE PURITANS.[1]
40[Illustration: John Brown.]
41[Illustration: The John Brown Homestead, North Elba, N.Y.]
42[Illustration: John Brown's Grave.]
43A KNIGHT OF THE ORDER OF POETS.[1]
44[Illustration: Ulrich von Hutten.]
45[Illustration: Ulrich Zwingli.]
46NATURE-STUDY AND MORAL CULTURE.[1]
47THE HIGHER SACRIFICE.[1]
48THE BUBBLES OF SÁKI.
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