What does the cryptic crossword clue "Most inspired lines about Iowa animal book (8)" mean?

The definition is "animal book". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). BEST (synonym="IA") + IA (synonym="IA") + RY (synonym="IA") = BESTIARY The answer is BESTIARY.

Most inspired lines about Iowa animal book (8)

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