Ihinen ja peto

Name: Ihinen ja peto
Author: Samuel Scoville

By Samuel Scoville

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A collection of short, vividly rendered animal-centered tales that dramatize encounters among predators, prey, and human witnesses across varied wild landscapes. Each sketch combines close naturalistic observation with moments of suspense, portraying survival instincts, parental care, and sudden violence without moralizing. The narratives alternate quiet descriptive passages and tense confrontations, and often highlight the fragile boundary between domesticity and wildness. Occasional lyrical imagery and attention to animal behavior lend a natural-history flavor while keeping storytelling immediacy.

About the Author

Samuel Scoville

Samuel Scoville was an American author known for his contributions to children's literature and adventure stories. His works often blend elements of excitement and moral lessons, appealing to young readers. Among his notable titles is "Brave Deeds of Union Soldiers," which reflects on the valor of soldiers during the American Civil War. Scoville's storytelling is characterized by vivid imagery and engaging narratives, as seen in other works like "Everyday Adventures" and "The Inca Emerald." His ability to capture the imagination of his audience has made him a significant figure in the realm of early 20th-century literature.