American Naturalist Rambles in Florida |
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| Author:
| Stearns, R. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-5424-5562-6 |
| Publication Date: | Jan 2017 |
| Publisher: | CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
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| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | USD $5.38 |
Book Description:
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American Naturalist: Rambles in Florida by by R.E.C. Stearns, first published in 1869.Robert Edwards Carter Stearns was an Naturalist, Newspaper Editor, University Administrator, Paleontologist, Malacologist, lived between 1827 and 1909.Includes an introduction to the history, landmarks, and natural life of Fernandina.A description of the journey to-and arrival at-Cedar Key. The rail, the towns, and the various features of the landscape are described.The journey continues to Tampa,...
More DescriptionAmerican Naturalist: Rambles in Florida by by R.E.C. Stearns, first published in 1869.Robert Edwards Carter Stearns was an Naturalist, Newspaper Editor, University Administrator, Paleontologist, Malacologist, lived between 1827 and 1909.Includes an introduction to the history, landmarks, and natural life of Fernandina.A description of the journey to-and arrival at-Cedar Key. The rail, the towns, and the various features of the landscape are described.The journey continues to Tampa, where the workings of the city are observed. There are pests and problems as well as the beauty of the natural world.The journey concludes with an exploration of Rocky Point, Pinellas, and the surroundings. A view of the workings and wildlife of the area is presented, with details of the history accompanying the descriptions.