Copyright 1899 published 1903 American Baptist publication society Intro: this beautiful volume has been written for a good purpose. I had the pleasure of reading the proof sheets of the book while in the Yellowstone national Park, we're no gun may be lawfully fired at any of God's creatures. All animals there are becoming tame, and the great bears come out of the woods to feed on the garbage of the hotels and camps, fearless of the taurus, who look on with pleasure and wonder at such a scene. The child is Father of the man, and this volume is addressed to the heart and imagination of every child reader. If children are taught to love and protect the birds they will remember the lesson when they grow old. When children learn to prefer to take a snapshot at a bird with a camera, rather than with a gun, they will protect these feathered Friends for their beauty, even if they do not regard them for their usefulness. Definitely fair condition, very little handwriting on pages just a name & date 3xs. Some smudges but does not effect reading. Beautiful photos, but only a few.