Books with title Swallow Barn

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Taking a look at the unexplored life of our feathered and musical friends, Henry the Barn Swallow explores the way our world appears to a little bird. Growing and learning everything he can from his home in the tree, Henry is exposed to flowers of every color, the people who plant the flowers, and becomes acquainted with the ins and outs of the life of people. In an imaginative and lovely way, Henry the Barn Swallow is a tale that covers a great amount of ground. From his time in his egg, to his first winter migration, this story shares the life of one sweet little bird, his loving family, and their kindly Human neighbors.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

This historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. Not indexed. Not illustrated. 1860 Excerpt: ...and as he was gifted with a sagacity which always knew how to flatter his patrons, he was universally regarded as a well-meaning, worthless, idle stroller, who, if he could not make himself useful, was at least in nobody's way. On all festive occasions his violin was an ample recommendation; and as he could tell fortunes, and sing queer old songs, he was connected in the imaginations of the younger folks with agreeable associations. From these causes he was seldom an unwelcome visitant; and not being fastidious on the score of personal entertainment, he was well content to get his supper in the kitchen, a dram,--for which he had the craving of the daughter of the horseleech,--and the privilege of a corner in the hayloft. Of late Hafen had lost some favor by his increasing propensity for drink, and by the suspicion, that stood upon pretty strong proofs, of not being over scrupulous in his regard-for the rights of property. Besides, for many years past, his tinkering had fallen into disuse, by reason, as he said, of these Yankee pedlers breaking up his honest calling. So that, at this time, Hafen may be considered like an old hound whose nose has grown cold. His employments are, in consequence, of a much more miscellaneous character than formerly. Such was the individual who had rescued us from the perils of the swamp, and who now, having brought us to firm ground; had no further pretext for keeping our company. But he was not so easily shaken off. His predominant love of gossip took advantage of the encouragement he had already met, and he therefore strode resolutely in our footsteps, a little in the rear, talking partly to himself and partly to us, without receiving any response. At length, finding that no further notice was likely to be taken of him, he ve...

Life on the farm is never dull during the haying season and with the summer birth of a young animal. Be reunited with Billy as he builds a new and unexpected friendship. Meet Gus, and curl up with memories cultivated through life. As their friendship grows, the two pre-teens help one another cope with the trials and tribulations of their young lives. The harmony between Billy's grandparents Vera, and Earl, provides a strong foundation of love, wisdom and acceptance. Join the characters for another summer adventure on the farm.

*This Book is annotated (it contains a detailed biography of the author). *An active Table of Contents has been added by the publisher for a better customer experience. *This book has been checked and corrected for spelling errors. Swallow: A Tale of the Great Trek is a 1899 novel by H. Rider Haggard set in South Africa during the Boer Trek of 1836.

Taking a look at the unexplored life of our feathered and musical friends, Henry the Barn Swallow explores the way our world appears to a little bird. Growing and learning everything he can from his home in the tree, Henry is exposed to flowers of every color, the people who plant the flowers, and becomes acquainted with the ins and outs of the life of people.In an imaginative and lovely way, Henry the Barn Swallow is a tale that covers a great amount of ground. From his time in his egg, to his first winter migration, this story shares the life of one sweet little bird, his loving family, and their kindly Human neighbors.