The Jenolan Caves: An Excursion in Australian Wonderland by Samuel Cook
"The Jenolan Caves: An Excursion in Australian Wonderland" by Samuel Cook is a descriptive account exploring the beautiful Jenolan Caves, written during the late 19th century. The work details the geological wonder of the caves, their history, and the various formations that astound visitors, promising an engaging read for those interested in natural history, exploration, and the beauty of underground landscapes. At the start of the book, Cook introduces the astounding JenolanCaves, emphasizing their grandeur and beauty, which rivals well-known natural wonders. He recounts the discovery of the caves in 1841 by James Whalan, linking the caves' history with local folklore and bushranging tales. The narrative sets the stage for a journey through the caves, outlining the dramatic scenery surrounding them, the process of their formation, and the unique flora and fauna found nearby. The tone is one of deep admiration and reverence for the natural world, suggesting that the adventure into the caves promises both awe-inspiring geological phenomena and insights into the slow processes of nature at work. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Cook, Samuel |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | a22001031 |
| Title | The Jenolan Caves: An Excursion in Australian Wonderland |
| Note | Reading ease score: 64.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits | Produced by sp1nd and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DU: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: History of Oceania (South Seas) |
| LoC Class | GB: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Physical geography |
| Subject | Australia -- Description and travel |
| Subject | Caves |
| Subject | Jenolan Caves (N.S.W.) |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 39621 |
| Release Date | May 5, 2012 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 137 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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