02318cam a22003013u 450000100060000000300070000600500170001300600020003000700050003200800410003704000110007804100170008905000070010610000460011324501280015926400510028730000470033833600260038533700260041133800360043750000310047350802040050452011830070853400450189165300200193685600430195699900170199953965UtSlPG20260610134238.0mcr n260607r2017||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d  aUtSlPG 7aen2iso639-1 4aSF1 aBaum, L. Frankq(Lyman Frank),d1856-191914aThe Book of the Hamburgs :bA Brief Treatise upon the Mating, Rearing and Management of the Different Varieties of Hamburgs 1aSalt Lake City, UT :bProject Gutenberg,c2017  a1 online resource :bmultiple file formats  atextbtxt2rdacontent  acomputerbc2rdamedia  aonline resourcebcr2rdacarrier  aRelease date is 2017-01-14  aProduced by Mary Glenn Krause, MFR, ellinora and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This
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by The Internet Archive)  a"The Book of the Hamburgs" by L. Frank Baum is a treatise on poultry breeding, specifically focused on the Hamburg variety of chickens. Written in the late 19th century, this book provides a thorough exploration of the mating, rearing, and management practices for Hamburgs. Baum delves into the history, characteristics, and practical guidance related to various subtypes of Hamburgs, highlighting their beauty and egg-laying capabilities.  Throughout "The Book of the Hamburgs," Baum discusses the origins of these birds, tracing them back to England and Holland, and he emphasizes their distinct traits, including plumage, comb types, and their reputation as prolific egg layers. The text is both informative and practical, covering topics such as breeding techniques, care for young chicks, preparation for exhibitions, and advice for judges overseeing poultry competitions. Baum's enthusiasm for these birds is evident as he strikes a balance between the practical breeding tips and the aesthetic appreciation of the Hamburgs, making this book a valuable resource for both novice poultry enthusiasts and serious breeders alike. (This is an automatically generated summary.)  nOriginal publication data not identified  aHamburg chicken40uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/53965  c94799d94799