That would be shocking-the hungry nestlings in the deserted nest.
"Somehow Good"
William de Morgan
"Where there are nestlings on the roof, there will be babies in the house," is what the Dutch say; for both are welcome.
"Dutch Fairy Tales for Young Folks"
William Elliot Griffis
This flock of nestlings, lacking in every sort of strength, inspired by no courage-breeding fire, wanting in power, in discipline,- Hans Lorbass.
"The Three Heron's Feathers"
Hermann Sudermann