FRONTISPIECE.

THE LION.

The Lion, the King of all Beasts,

How famous for Courage is he!

And you, as the King of Good Boys,

To learn your Book diligent be.



A
SHORT HISTORY
OF
BIRDS & BEASTS,
FOR THE
Amusement and Instruction
OF
CHILDREN.

Adorned with Cuts.

WELLINGTON:
Printed by F. Houlston and Son.
Price One Penny.