The Log of the Sun: A Chronicle of Nature's Year

"The Log of the Sun: A Chronicle of Nature's Year" by William Beebe is a series of nature essays that aims to uncover the hidden beauty of the natural world through observations of seasonal shifts and the behavior of birdlife. The book begins by looking at the hardiness of wildlife during the winter season, looking closely at the habits of various bird species, like chickadees and juncos, and the importance of their movements when conditions become difficult. It also explores and marvels at other natural elements like the shapes of snowflakes and the existence of life that lies beneath the snow, setting the stage for a year-long observation of the natural environment.