John Burroughs - One of the most graceful of warriors is the robin. I know few prettier sights than ...

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One of the most graceful of warriors is the robin. I know few prettier sights than two males challenging and curveting about each other upon the grass in early spring. Their attentions to each other are so courteous and restrained.

John Burroughs

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Deutsche Übersetzung

Einer der anmutigsten Krieger ist das Rotkehlchen. Ich kenne wenig schönere Anblicke als zwei Männer, die sich im Frühjahr auf dem Rasen gegenseitig herausfordern und krümmen. Ihre Aufmerksamkeit auf einander ist so höflich und zurückhaltend.

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