The Butterfly Hunters in the Caribbees (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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A vivid voyage into the Caribbean with two youthful explorers and a seasoned naturalist. The book follows brothers Edward and Harry Dawson as they join Doctor Bartlett on an expedition to collect butterflies and study tropical life. With humor, hands-on fieldwork, and scenes from port towns and island jungles, it invites readers to see science as an adventure and discovery as a shared journey.

Set against busy ports, quiet verandas, and the wilds of Haiti and the Bahamas, the narrative blends travel, natural history, and practical exploration. Readers meet guides, local characters, and the daily logistics of securing specimens, labeling discoveries, and learning from experts. The tone is informative but accessible, inviting curiosity without losing the thrill of the open sea and dense tropical habitats.

• Follow a real-world field expedition as they collect, classify, and prepare specimens.


• Experience practical science in action, from tracking butterflies to organizing scientific keys and labels.


• Meet a diverse cast of guides and neighbors who shape the journey and its discoveries.


• Explore tropical landscapes, island cultures, and the challenges of doing science on the road.

Ideal for readers who enjoy travel-adventure tales, nature writing, and stories about hands-on science in distant lands.

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