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The Life & Lore of the Bird: In Nature, Art, Myth and Literature
Author: Edward A. Armstrong
Hardcover with dust jacket, in excellent condition. First edition.
The Life & Lore of the Bird: In Nature, Art, Myth and Literature by Edward A. Armstrong is an engaging exploration of birds from both naturalistic and cultural perspectives. Armstrong combines ornithological observation with reflections on the symbolic and artistic roles birds have played throughout human history, examining their presence in mythology, literature, painting, and folklore. The book celebrates the beauty, behavior, and diversity of birds while highlighting the meanings humans have attributed to them, from omens and religious symbols to sources of inspiration in poetry and art. Blending scientific insight with literary and historical commentary, it offers a richly textured appreciation of birds as creatures that connect the natural world with human imagination. Includes 256 illustrations in colour and black and white.
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