From the renowned naturalist Stephen Moss comes the must-have gift for bird lovers this Christmas.
'Wherever there is a stretch of water for them to find food and make their nest, you will come across swans'
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. 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.
'A superb naturalist and writer' Chris Packham
'Moss has carved out an enviable niche as a chronicler of the natural world' Daily Mail
| ISBN: | 9781529110371 |
| Publication date: | 4th November 2021 |
| Author: | Stephen Moss |
| Publisher: | Square Peg an imprint of Random House |
| Format: | Hardback |
| Pagination: | 208 pages |
| Series: | The Bird Biography Series |
| Genres: |
Animal life stories Zoology: birds (ornithology) Wildlife: birds and birdwatching: general interest Gift Books |
From the renowned naturalist Stephen Moss comes the must-have gift for bird lovers this Christmas.
'Wherever there is a stretch of water for them to find food and make their nest, you will come across swans'
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. 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.
'A superb naturalist and writer' Chris Packham
'Moss has carved out an enviable niche as a chronicler of the natural world' Daily Mail
The Swan features in the following genres: Animal life stories, Zoology: birds (ornithology), Wildlife: birds and birdwatching: general interest, Gift Books
The Swan is available in Hardback
The Swan was written by Stephen Moss and published by Square Peg an imprint of Random House
The Swan has 208 pages
Yes it is part of The Bird Biography Series series
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