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Books: British Birds with their Nests and Eggs, in 6

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Books: British Birds with their Nests and Eggs, in 6

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Books: British Birds with their Nests and Eggs, in 6 volumes, by Arthur G. Butler, illustrated by F. W. Frohawk. Published by Brumby & Clarke London, c. 1896 (6)

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