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2007

Format:	Book
Author:	Watkins, Peter, 1934-
Title:	Winged wonders : a celebration of birds in human history / Peter Watkins and Jonathan Stockland.
Edition:	First edition.
Publisher, Date:	New York, NY : Blue Bridge, [2007] ©2007
Description:	xvi, 207 pages : illustrations ; 21 cm
Summary:	"Celebrating the powerful role of birds in human customs and traditions from around the world and throughout history, this sourcebook explores the delightful stories surrounding some of the world?s best-known birds ... With topics including folklore, literature, music, dance, and spirituality, this eclectic and enchanting encyclopedia of avianhuman relations is an ideal companion for any bird-lover."--From publisher description.
Subjects:	Birds -- History.
Other Author:	Stockland, Jonathan.
Notes:	Originally published: London : Canterbury Press, ©2005. Includes index.
Contents:	Introduction -- The cock -- The cuckoo -- The dove -- The eagle -- The falcon -- The goose -- The kingfisher -- The ostrich -- The owl -- The peacock -- The pelican -- The raven -- The robin -- The sparrow -- The swan -- The wren -- Bird illustrators -- State birds -- Birdsong -- Index -- Acknowledgments.
Web Site:	Table of contents Contributor biographical information Publisher description
LCCN:	2007010194
ISBN:	1933346078 9781933346076
Other Number:	85898966
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Control Number:	201620
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Call Number:	598 Watkins

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