'Birds, Vol. I, No 1, January 1897' Summary

This book is a collection of short poems, anecdotes, and factual descriptions of birds, accompanied by color plates. It is intended to be a useful work for the young, and one that will be appreciated by progressive parents, in placing within the easy possession of children in the homes these beautiful photographs of birds. The text is prepared with the view of giving the children as clear an idea as possible, of haunts, habits, characteristics and such other information as will lead them to love the birds and delight in their study and acquaintance.