8 Introduction 



equalled the songs which they have called forth 

 from the hearts of the poets. 



Some of the most inspired of these songs are 

 here quoted, and to them there has been added 

 much sane and careful observation of bird life and 

 habits. This is a book to love, to own and to give 

 to your discerning friend. 



Limberlost Cabin, 

 October 21, 1917. 



