The Seashore Naturalist 5 



read the history of the sands and rocks, to observe in 

 what way the general scenery of the coast Is deter- 

 mined by the character of the land, and to discover 

 from the beach what has been the action of the waves 

 In shaping the contours of the cliffs. He finds a unique 

 pleasure in observing which plants are peculiar to the 



A PROMISING SPOT FOR THE NATURALIST. 



shore, and how they differ from the flowering forms 

 away from the sea. He also finds a delight in watching 

 the sea birds, the insects, and other lower forms of 

 life, and in learning how these various creatures are 

 distinguished by structure and habits from those of 

 Inland regions. 



Nor is he ever at a loss for opportunities to follow 



