Anecdotes of the Habits and Instinct of AnimalsLee, R., Mrs.
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Anecdotes of the Habits and Instinct of Animals
Lee, R., Mrs.
Animal behavior -- Juvenile literature
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5 SOME HOT WATER. 6. A PIN.
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9. A TUMBLER. 10. A KNIFE.
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