Mamma's Stories about Birds
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Eagles, ducks and geese become subjects for conversation in Mary Elizabeth Southwell Dudley Leathley's short natural history for children. Each chapter takes a bird in turn, combining descriptions of its body and habits with stories meant to show its character. The opening moves from the eagle's mountain home to the duck's filtering bill, then to accounts of birds forming close attachments to people and other animals.
The chapter on geese challenges their reputation for foolishness through anecdotes of judgment and affection. It also explains how feathers and quills were used, and describes the trade that brought large flocks from Lincolnshire to London. These pages offer a view of how nature was taught through familiar comparisons, reported marvels and moral feeling.
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- Reading time
- About 55 minutes
- Pages
- 38
- Language
- English
- Genre
- Childrens Classics
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