“The language of birds is very ancient, and, like other ancient modes of speech, very elliptical; little is said, but much is meant and understood.”

Gilbert White

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About Gilbert White

Naturalist English

Gilbert White was a pioneering English parson-naturalist and ornithologist, best known for his influential work, 'The Natural History and Antiquities of Selborne.' Born in Selborne, Hampshire, he spent most of his life...

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