Animal sketch

Author: (French) Buffon
Translator: Liu Yang
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Publish Date: 2005-01-01
Features: The Natural History?Animal Sketches is a masterpiece by the renowned 18th-century French naturalist and pioneer of evolutionary thought, Buffon. Buffon was not only a giant in the field of natural sciences but also an excellent prose writer, with his works exuding a fresh and harmonious classical style. In his writing, the horse is described as "one of the most beautiful animals in the world, though used as a mount by humans, it retains elegance and nobility"; the wolf is portrayed as "a truly detestable beast, with everything about it being unpleasant"; the graceful movement of the swan on the water is called "the most beautiful model of navigation provided by nature"; and the lovely squirrels are described as "handsome with sparkling eyes and agile bodies." Buffon does not merely objectively describe the life habits and characteristics of these animals but also portrays them with a warm and affectionate tone, making the reading enjoyable and engaging. Therefore, this book is not only a wise popular science read but also a beautiful literary treasure.