Contents 



Introduction 1 



1. The Marsh in Union Bay 5 



2. How the Tule Wrens Acquired Summer Quarters 9 



3. The Marsh Is a Hotel 20 



4. The Tail Stopper 33 



5. A Worms a Worm 48 



6. The Bill of Fare 62 



7. Shells on Union Bay 74 



8. The White Pigeon 85 



9. The Track Near the Marsh 98 



10. Introducing Something New 110 



11. Arrowhead, Squaw's Toes, and Other Things 124 



12. The Henpecked Shorebird That Goes to Sea 139 



13. Among the Guests Registered 152 



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