The Victorians were great poultry enthusiasts, and developed or imported many of the more exotic breeds; after them, the art declined until fairly recently, when there has been a great upsurge of interest in the beautiful pure breeds. This book describes 44 breeds,giving the colors of plumage available, the history of utility and special requirements in terms of husbandry, and its character - some emerging as being decided eccentric. Written by Victoria Roberts with a forward written by Her Grace The Duchess of Devonshire. Hardcover, 142 pages, with color photos.

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