Cuckoo

Cuckoo

by Cynthia Chris
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date: 12/09/2024

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An entertaining and wide-ranging romp through the cultural history of a peculiar bird.


The cuckoo is peculiar for inspiring such divergent ideas: a symbol of foolishness to both Aristophanes and Cocoa Puffs, a reliable harbinger of spring and the hours of a cuckoo clock, and the source of innumerable innuendos inspired by a habit of laying eggs in others’ nests. In this short, entertaining book, Cynthia Chris explores both the natural and cultural history of the cuckoo as well as the many stories told throughout the centuries about this fascinating bird.

ISBN:
9781789149685
9781789149685
Category:
Natural history
Format:
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date:
12-09-2024
Language:
English
Publisher:
Reaktion Books

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