The Swan : A Biography

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The Swan : A Biography Author: Format: Hardback First Published: Published By: Vintage Publishing
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Pages: 216 Language: English ISBN: 9781529110371 Categories: , , Tag:

With beautiful illustrations throughout, this eye-opening biography reveals the hidden secrets of one of Britain’s best-known birds. The Mute Swan is not so much a bird, as a national treasure: the avian equivalent of Sir David Attenborough or the Queen.

These huge and stately creatures are part of our urban and rural landscapes, a constant presence on lakes, rivers and ponds throughout Britain. Yet despite their familiarity, they are often misunderstood; and while many people love swans, others fear them. Swans also feature in myths and legends, art and literature, dance and music, not just in Britain but all around the world.

In The Swan: A Biography Stephen Moss delves into the facts and fiction about these charismatic birds, describes their seasonal life cycle and examines their central role in our history and culture. He also includes stories about ‘wild swans’ – Whooper and Bewicks – that visit us in winter; and the Black Swan of Australia.

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[A] beautifully illustrated guide * BBC Wildlife * Charming * The Tablet * This is a great read, and springs surprises about a bird you might think you know well -- John Miles and Matt Merritt * Bird Watching *

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