Birds Myth Lore And Legend

Author : Rachel Warren Chadd,Marianne Taylor
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 306 pages
File Size : 40,8 Mb
Release : 2016-08-25
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781472922885

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Birds: Myth, Lore and Legend by Rachel Warren Chadd,Marianne Taylor Pdf

The stories, myths and legends associated with more than 80 kinds of birds from around the world. Why are owls regarded either as wise or as harbingers of doom? What gave rise to the fanciful belief that storks bring babies? Why is the eagle associated with victory or the hummingbird with paradise? The answers are here in this engaging book. By re-telling the many legends, beliefs, proverbs and predictions associated with more than 80 birds from many nations, it brings into focus the close – and often ancient – links between humans and these remarkable feathered descendants of dinosaurs. Discover, for instance: - Why the cockerel features on many church spires - The one sacred bird that symbolises life and peace in most cultures - How to dispel bad luck if you see a certain black-and-white bird - The South American 'devil bird' once thought to be a dragon Birds: Myth, Lore and Legend draws on historical accounts and scientific literature to reveal how colourful tales or superstitions were shaped by human imagination based on each bird's behaviour or appearance. It offers a fresh and enchanting perspective on birds across the world.

Author : Robert E. Nichols
Publisher : University of Michigan Press
Page : 174 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 1995
Category : Nature
ISBN : 0472106112

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Birds of Algonquin Legend by Robert E. Nichols Pdf

A linking of legend, language, and natural history, which supplies one of the few literary appreciations of the oral literature of the Algonquin peoples

Author : Peter Tate
Publisher : Random House
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2009-08-18
Category : Science
ISBN : 9781409035695

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Flights of Fancy by Peter Tate Pdf

Did you know that Barnacle geese were once classified as fish? That both the Cherokees and the ancient Greeks were convinced that cranes regularly fought battles with pygmies? That the Swiss believed that any cuckoo that managed to survive for a year would turn into an eagle? Throughout history, birds have fascinated and intrigued mankind, so it is hardly surprising that an astonishingly rich body of myth, legend and superstition has grown up around them. Flights of Fancy explores the stories told about 30 of the world's best-known species, from the blackbird to the wryneck, drawing on traditions from every quarter of the globe. Some of the stories included clearly arose as a result of faulty observation, such as the widely held belief that nightjars sucked milk from cows. Others stemmed from attempts to explain unusual aspects of appearance or behaviour. But the vast majority seem to have their origins in people's delight in inventing stories - whether the legend that the blackbird was originally white, or the suggestion that witches kept owls as their familiars. And, as Peter Tate points out, what is so extraordinary is that the same story often crops up in many different parts of the world: the belief that eagles and snakes are sworn enemies can be found as far apart as Iraq and Mexico; the view that the raven is the harbinger of bad luck can be found throughout Europe from Denmark to Spain. A fascinating and wonderfully entertaining read, this is the ideal book for anyone interested in birds or myths - or both.

Author : Peter Tate
Publisher : Delacorte Press
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2011-02-16
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780307783974

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Flights of Fancy by Peter Tate Pdf

The perfect bedside companion for every bird-watcher and nature lover, inside Flights of Fancy you’ll find: Cranes “Don’t promise the crane in the sky, but give the titmouse in your hand.” Russian proverb Magpies “One for sorrow, two for joy…” Traditional English rhyme Owls “The owl shrieked at thy birth, an evil sign.” Shakespeare, Henry VI, Part III Peacocks “The peacock is ashamed of its large black feet.” Medieval Persian tradition Ravens “When the raven tried to bring fire to the world, ash turned its feathers black.” Cherokee Indian legend Swans “Sewing a swan’s feather into your husband’s pillow will keep him faithful.” British superstition

Author : Tate Peter
Publisher : Legare Street Press
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2023-07-18
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1019399686

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Flights of Fancy by Tate Peter Pdf

This beautifully illustrated volume explores the fascinating place birds hold in the human imagination. From ancient myths to modern superstitions, Peter Tate offers a comprehensive guide to the significance of birds in culture around the world. A must-have for bird-lovers and folklore enthusiasts alike. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Author : Tate Peter
Publisher : Nabu Press
Page : 78 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2014-03
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1294799355

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Flights of Fancy by Tate Peter Pdf

This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book.

Author : Canon J. W. Horsley
Publisher : Read Books Ltd
Page : 45 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2017-09-29
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781473344105

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Some Folk-Lore and Legends of Birds by Canon J. W. Horsley Pdf

This charming volume aimed at children explores the folklore that surrounds some of the more common birds, including the sparrow, owl, and magpie. Profusely-illustrated and written in simple, plain language, "Some Folk-Lore and Legends of Birds" is ideal for children with an interest in birds and nature, and it would make for a worthy addition to any family collection. Contents include: "Robin Redbreast", "Nightingale", "The Wren", "The Swallow", "The Sparrow", "The Cross-bill", "The Magpie", "The Raven", "The Woodpecker", "The Kingfisher", "The Hoopoe", "The Cuckoo", "The Owl", "The Golden Plover", "The Peewit", "The Wood-pigeon", etc. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality addition complete with the original text and artwork.

Author : Adele Nozedar
Publisher : HarperCollins UK
Page : 552 pages
File Size : 47,9 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Birds
ISBN : CORNELL:31924104007855

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The Secret Language of Birds by Adele Nozedar Pdf

Containing historical facts, myths and real-life spiritual encounters with birds, this book features information for bird lovers who are interested in esoterica, history, folklore, and spiritual symbolism of birds throughout the world.

Author : Alan Powers
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
Page : 215 pages
File Size : 49,9 Mb
Release : 2023-02-21
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781591434528

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Conversations with Birds by Alan Powers Pdf

An exploration of communicating with birds and the lessons they can teach us • Discusses specific birdtalk techniques and offers insights into many species • Looks at the long-standing tradition of “avitherapy” throughout history and in literature and the arts • Explains how song-talk with birds restores peace, calms anxiety, and enhances health For decades Alan Powers has studied bird vocalizations, developing the remarkable ability to imitate birds’ songs and get them to respond and even change tunes. Through his years of study, he has discovered that birds can teach us important lessons about the world and about ourselves. As Powers explains, by communing cross-species we reach out to the timeless interconnected web of all life past and present--what Renaissance philosopher Giordano Bruno called in Latin the Uni-versus, the “Whole turned into One.” Sharing his journey to learn birdtalk and his profound observations about the poetic, spiritual, and healing influences of birdsong, Powers explores the ancient language of birds and the depth of meaning birds convey. He explains how bird speech sounds like song to us, but birdtalk is urgent and nuanced, whether about predators or the weather. He details how he began learning birdtalk, listening to one bird each summer, learning their many vocalizations and variations. Discussing specific techniques, he shares insights into the birdtalk of many species, including the complex and intelligent speech of Crows, the emotional depths of Loons, the mimicry of Blue Jays, and the beautiful song of the Wood Thrush. Exploring the intertwined metaphysics of bird and human languages, Powers looks at the long-standing tradition of “avitherapy” throughout history, literature, and the arts. He shares insights into birds from Shakespeare and Emily Dickinson, reveals how birds appear in love songs throughout the world, and examines how famous writers such as Keats, Catullus, St. Francis of Assisi, and the French historian Jules Michelet found that talking to birds improved their state of mind. He also explores how song-talk with birds restores peace, calms anxiety, and enhances health.

Author : Stephen Moss
Publisher : Faber & Faber
Page : 264 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 2023-02-28
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9781783352432

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Ten Birds That Changed the World by Stephen Moss Pdf

For the whole of human history, we have lived alongside birds. We have hunted and domesticated them for food; venerated them in our mythologies, religion and rituals; exploited them for their natural resources; and been inspired by them for our music, art and poetry. In Ten Birds that Changed the World, naturalist and author Stephen Moss tells the gripping story of this long and eventful relationship through ten key species from all seven of the world's continents. From Odin's faithful raven companions to Darwin's finches, and from the wild turkey of the Americas to the emperor penguin as potent symbol of the climate crisis, this is a fascinating, eye-opening and endlessly engaging work of natural history.

Author : Tony D. Williams
Publisher : Princeton University Press
Page : 755 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2021-01-19
Category : Nature
ISBN : 9780691211879

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What Is a Bird? by Tony D. Williams Pdf

A large-format, beautifully illustrated look at the natural history of birds There are some 10,000 bird species in existence today, occupying every continent and virtually every habitat on Earth. The variety of bird species is truly astounding, from the tiny bee hummingbird to the large flightless ostrich, making birds one of the most diverse and successful animal groups on the planet. Taking you inside the extraordinary world of birds, What Is a Bird? explores all aspects of these remarkable creatures, providing an up-close look at their morphology, unique internal anatomy and physiology, fascinating and varied behavior, and ecology. It features hundreds of color illustrations and draws on a broad range of examples, from the familiar backyard sparrow to the most exotic birds of paradise. A must-have book for birders and armchair naturalists, What Is a Bird? is a celebration of the rich complexity of bird life. An absorbing and beautifully presented exploration of the natural history of birds Integrates physiological adaptations with ecology and behavior Features a wealth of color photographs and explanatory figures Uses scanning electron microscope imagery to provide a rare close-up view of structures not normally visible Provides insights into our complex relationship with birds, from our enduring fascination with them to the threats they face and the challenges of conservation

Author : Ernest Ingersoll
Publisher : Detroit : Singing Tree Press
Page : 312 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 1968
Category : Nature
ISBN : UVA:X000888772

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Birds in Legend, Fable, and Folklore by Ernest Ingersoll Pdf

Author : Edward Allworthy Armstrong
Publisher : Random House Value Publishing
Page : 280 pages
File Size : 55,8 Mb
Release : 1975
Category : Art
ISBN : UOM:39015004897529

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The Life and Lore of the Bird in Nature, Art, Myth, and Literature by Edward Allworthy Armstrong Pdf

Surveys the evolution and behavior of birds and the various religious, mythic, recreational, domestic, decorative, artistic, and literary aspects of the relationship between man and bird.

Author : Yvonne Aburrow
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 246 pages
File Size : 53,5 Mb
Release : 1994
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN : CORNELL:31924090297882

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Auguries & Omens by Yvonne Aburrow Pdf

This book is superb. Full of the knowledge that every self-respecting Pagan and Occultist needs to know. You are strongly advised to buy this book. Highly recommended. Touchstone Examines in detail the interpretation of birds as auguries & omens, the mythology of birds (Roman, Greek, Celtic & Teutonic), the folklore & weather lore associated with them, their use in heraldry & falconry & their appearances in folk songs & poetry. The book explores these areas in a general way, then goes into specific details of individual birds from the albatross to the yellowhammer, including exotic & even mythical birds.

Author : Ernest Ingersoll
Publisher : BoD – Books on Demand
Page : 185 pages
File Size : 42,8 Mb
Release : 2020-09-09
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9783751917964

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Birds in Legend, Fable and Folklore by Ernest Ingersoll Pdf

When we say, "A little bird told me," we are talking legend and folklore and superstition all at once. There is an old Basque story of a bird-always a small one in these tales-that tells the truth; and our Biloxi Indians used to say the same of the hummingbird. Breton peasants still credit all birds with the power of using human language on proper occasions, and traditions in all parts of the world agree that every bird had this power once on a time if not now. The fireside-tales of the nomads of Oriental deserts or of North American plains and forest alike attest faith in this power; and conversation by and with birds is almost the main stock of the stories heard on our Southern cotton-plantations.