Tate, Peter.

Flights of fancy : birds in myth, legend and superstition / Peter Tate. - New York : Delacorte Press, 2008. - xi, 180 p. : ill ; 21 cm.

Originally published: London : Random House, 2007.

Includes bibliographical references (p. 169-170) and index.

Blackbird -- Cockerel -- Crane -- Crossbill -- Cuckoo -- Diver -- Dove -- Eagle -- Goose -- Hoopoe -- House sparrow -- Kingfisher -- Lapwing -- Magpie -- Nightingale -- Nightjar -- Owl -- Peacock -- Pelican -- Quail -- Raven -- Robin -- Rook -- Stonechat -- Stork -- Swallow -- Swan -- Woodpecker -- Wren -- Wryneck.

Booklist.

A comprehensive guide that explores the various myths and legends surrounding certain birds, including geese, eagles, nightingales, and owls.

Adult Follett Library Resources.

0385342489 9780385342483 (trade)

2008023169


Birds--Folklore.
Birds--Mythology.
Birds in mythology.
Birds--Folklore.

GR735 / .T37 2008

398.24/528