100 Birds and How They Got Their Names
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100 Birds and How They Got Their Names by Diana Wells
How did cranes come to symbolize matrimonial happiness? Why were magpies the only creatures that would not go inside Noah's Ark? Birds and bird imagery are integral parts of our language and culture. With her remarkable ability to dig up curious and captivating facts, Diana Wells hatches a treat for active birders and armchair enthusiasts alike. Meet the intrepid adventurers and naturalists who risked their lives to describe and name new birds. Learn the mythical stories of the gods and goddess associated with bird names.Diana Wells is the author of 100 Birds and How They Got Their Names and 100 Flowers and How They Got Their Names, as well as a contributor to Friends Journal and Greenprints. She was born in Jerusalem and has lived in England and Italy. She graduated from Oxford University with an honors degree in history. She now lives on a farm in Pennsylvania with her spouse.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9781565122819 |
| ISBN 10 | 156512281X |
| Title | 100 Birds and How They Got Their Names |
| Author | Diana Wells |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Workman Publishing |
| Year published | 2001-10-30 |
| Number of pages | 297 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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