IV.

THE WINTER "OVEN."

The vixen and the hounds--The wounded rabbit--Old inhabitants of the wood--In touch with enemies--Twilight romps--Brock's quarrel with his sire--A bone of contention--Prompt chastisement--A mournful chorus--Wild fancies of a bachelor--A big battle--The terror of the flock--Unwarranted suspicion--Caught in the act 340-356