Publisher's Note 



Those who are interested in pigeons will appreciate fully 

 this contribution to pigeon literature by the eminent author, 

 J. C. Long, who has for a life-time devoted himself to the 

 study of these dainty and attractive pets. Mr. Long's experi- 

 ence as a breeder and judge of pigeons admirably fitted him 

 for the task, and the publisher is pleased to recommend this 

 book to everyone who cares for the pleasures of pigeon keep- 

 ing. In this connection he desires to acknowledge the meri- 

 torious work of illustrating by R. Clements. The plates shown 

 in this book are from brush drawings portraying artistic skill 

 and are fine portraitures of the specimens they represent, and 

 can but prove of untold value to every fancier and breeder. 



The PubUsher 



