This vintage book contain a complete guide to the nests and eggs of North American birds, with instructions for collecting and preserving birds, nests, eggs, and insects. It was originally intended to aid young naturalists in the collection and preservation of specimens, and will be of utility to modern ornithologists, naturalists, and taxidermists. Contents include: "Wood Thrush", "Wilson's Thrush", "Gray-Cheeked Thrush", "Russet-Backed Thrush", "Olive-Backed Thrush", "Dwarf Thrush", "Rocky Mountain Hermit Thrush", "Hermit Thrush", "Red-Wing Thrush", "American Robin", "Western Robin", "Saint Lucas Robin", et cetera. Many vintage books such as this are increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern edition complete with a specially commissioned new introduction on taxidermy. First published in 1882.