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Ernest Thompson Seton's Big Book of Country Living
Ernest Thompson Seton's Big Book of Country Living Author:Ernest Thompson Seton Here is a huge (over 600 pages), fascinating, practical primer on every aspect of country life--from the beginning of the century--by one of the founding fathers of the Boy Scouts of America. In a single, remarkable volume renowned naturalist, writer, artist, and lecturer Ernest Thompson Seton presents one of the most comprehensive guides to ... more »the outdoors ever written. Within these pages are instructions and anecdotes-some expected, some delightfully unanticipated-on every sort of outdoor art and craft and country living skill. You'll learn: * How to distinguish edible plants from poisonous ones * How to Make fire by rubbing sticks * How to craft a bow and arrow * How to make thongs, buttons, and birdhouses * How to read sign language * How to recognize forest trees, wildflowers, animals, birds, and constellations * How to tie a variety of knots * And much, much more. Illustrated generously throughout with the author's own pen-and-ink drawings, this essential outdoor handbook is both an important piece of American history and a useful tool in preserving and communing with nature.« less