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great distance upon his belly in silence, and also 
take advantage of the wind, which, if it blow from 
him, they would instantly perceive. When arrived 
at a proper distance, he advances his rifle, and tries 
his fortune among them. 
172. The Chamois hunters of the Alps are so 
fond of the occupation, that it almost becomes a ma- 
nia, and they will brave every danger in pursuit of 
this animal. 
THE STAG. 
173. The Stag, or Hart, is found in Europe and 
North America, and is one of those peaceable ani- 
mals that seems calculated to embellish the forest, 
and animate the solitude of nature. The elegance 
of his form, the lightness of his motions, those large 
branches that seem rather made to ornament than 
to defend his head, added to his size, beauty and 
Where is the Stag found ? Describe the character and appear- 
ance of the Stag. 
