Joy of Nature: How to Observe and Appreciate the Great Outdoors

by Alma E. Guinness

An illustrated information-and-guide book on the world of nature explores all geographical areas and climates, wildlife, the colors, sounds, shapes, and scents of nature, and other topics, and features more than one hundred activities and hobbies

Genres: Nature, Nonfiction

352 pages, Hardcover

First published July 1, 1977

Reviews

[Leah Markum · Rating 5 out of 5]

Joy of Nature takes the natural history genre and filters it for the outdoor enthusiast. Alongside chapters dedicated to general ecology, various biomes, and earth sciences are insets on relevant activities, as well as a chapter of their own.

How can I give this book away when I haven't tried all the 111 activities in the 317 page book? That's a guided field trip on every third page.

I have dozens of natural history and related books, and this one earns its spot among them. If you love nature for both the science and physical enjoyment, Joy of Nature will be a good choice for your personal library.