This special reprint edition of the fourth edition of "Cage and Chamber Birds" was written by J.M. Bechstein, and first published in 1856 making it a true antiquarian text. The first edition was published in 1794. Some of the topics covered in this epic book include Of Cage Birds in General, Voice and Song Birds, Habitation and General Treatment, Breeding, Diseases, Structure of Birds, Plumage of Birds, Crow Tribes and many more. Also features some beautiful antique illustrations of various varieties of birds. This is a rare text that will be a valuable addition to the libraries of all who are interested in the history of cage and chamber birds, or birding enthusiasts in general, and will make a very special, thoughtful gift. IMPORTANT NOTE - Please read BEFORE buying! THIS BOOK IS A REPRINT. IT IS NOT AN ORIGINAL COPY. The scan of this book has a few quality issues, but are solely cosmetic in nature. This book is a reprint edition and is a perfect facsimile of the original book. It is not set in a modern typeface and has not been digitally rendered. As a result, some characters and images might suffer from slight imperfections, blurring, distortion, or minor shadows in the page background. This book appears exactly as it did when it was first printed.