On the power grid

Article Abstract:

A man who almost exclusively lived his 50 years without electricity is both relieved and unhappy over the installation of commercial power in his area in Alaska. Although he has learned to accept that power lines are part of the future, he still relishes the quiet of the forests around his house at night.

Author: Walker, Tom
Personal narratives, Rural electrification

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Venus at minus 55

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An author narrates how the cold weather of Alaska helps in creating the natural beauty of the place. The superb adaptation of animals to coldness, the tranquility of the environment and the presence of trees covered with hoarfrost unfold as the temperature becomes colder.

Author: Walker, Tom
Location, Cold waves (Meteorology), Cold fronts

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Mother love

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A personal narrative of caribou behaviour is presented. In particular the reaction of a cow caribou and her reluctance to leave her dead calf is described.

Author: Walker, Tom
Behavior, Caribou

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Subjects list: Natural history, Alaska
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