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Wind in the Willows

Wind in the Willows

De : Frank Thomas Bullen
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 In Wind in the Willows, a collection of enchanting sketches from 1899, the author shares the myriad ways the sea has communicated with him throughout his lifelong journey. With a deft hand, he captures the mesmerizing tales of whales, sharks, and other deep-sea creatures, inviting shore-dwellers to experience the oceans wonders. These vivid Idylls, as he calls them, are some of the most striking depictions of the sea ever penned. Only a true sailor, who has navigated its vastness and mysteries, can truly appreciate its charms. Bullens writing, rich in scientific insight yet imbued with a sense of magic and fate, transports readers directly into the heart of the seas enchantment. His adventurous life, filled with remarkable escapades at sea and on land, serves as the backdrop for these compelling stories. (Summary by David Wales)Copyright Nature and Animals Art
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    • 031 - Up A Waterspout

      031 - Up A Waterspout
      Feb 9 2026
      In Wind in the Willows, a collection of enchanting sketches from 1899, the author shares the myriad ways the sea has communicated with him throughout his lifelong journey. With a deft hand, he captures the mesmerizing tales of whales, sharks, and other deep-sea creatures, inviting shore-dwellers to experience the oceans wonders. These vivid Idylls, as he calls them, are some of the most striking depictions of the sea ever penned. Only a true sailor, who has navigated its vastness and mysteries, can truly appreciate its charms. Bullens writing, rich in scientific insight yet imbued with a sense of magic and fate, transports readers directly into the heart of the seas enchantment. His adventurous life, filled with remarkable escapades at sea and on land, serves as the backdrop for these compelling stories. (Summary by David Wales)
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      10 min
    • 031 - Up A Waterspout

      031 - Up A Waterspout
      Feb 9 2026
      In these enchanting sketches from 1899, the author reflects on the myriad ways the sea has communicated with him throughout his life. With a skillful hand, he aims to share with land-dwellers the profound stories and lessons imparted by the ocean. His vivid depictions of whales, sharks, and the many wonders of the deep draw the reader into a world where one feels intimately connected to the sea. The author, who embarked on a life at sea in 1869, brings to life the hardships and adventures he experienced in the merchant service, making his tales not just scientifically informed but also rich with mystery and allure. Through his work, we are transported into the depths of the seas enchanting embrace, experiencing a sense of fascination and destiny that lingers long after the last page is turned. (Summary by David Wales)
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      10 min
    • 030 - An Interview

      030 - An Interview
      Feb 8 2026
      In Wind in the Willows, a collection of enchanting sketches from 1899, the author shares the myriad ways the sea has communicated with him throughout his lifelong journey. With a deft hand, he captures the mesmerizing tales of whales, sharks, and other deep-sea creatures, inviting shore-dwellers to experience the oceans wonders. These vivid Idylls, as he calls them, are some of the most striking depictions of the sea ever penned. Only a true sailor, who has navigated its vastness and mysteries, can truly appreciate its charms. Bullens writing, rich in scientific insight yet imbued with a sense of magic and fate, transports readers directly into the heart of the seas enchantment. His adventurous life, filled with remarkable escapades at sea and on land, serves as the backdrop for these compelling stories. (Summary by David Wales)
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      12 min
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