Birds in the Hand: Fiction and Poetry about Birds

Book Overview

A unique anthology of avian literature From the myths of ancient Greece to the fables of Aesop, from Chaucer to contemporary poetry and fiction, birds are central to literature because they connect us intimately to the natural world. Whether we watch birds at our feeders, travel vast distances to identify rare species, or simply pause in a busy day to listen to the coo of a dove or the trill of a warbler, birds sustain us. Birds in the Hand is a collection...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 086547673X
• ISBN13: 9780865476738
• Release Date: April 2004
• Publisher: North Point Press
• Length: 374 Pages
• Weight: 1.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 5.8" x 8.5"

Customer Reviews

Beautiful Book

This book has a lovely theme: birds and their relationships with humans. The poems and stories are from many sources, all chosen by a father and daughter who share a love for birds and for writing. Great to have as a short reader and moments of reverie. This would be a great gift book, as well.

Well done!

This collection has an outstanding selection of poetry and fiction. The diversity of writers and topics (within the general theme of birds) is both impressive and enjoyable. This book is wonderful company and well worth the read.