Raven
Soaring Through History
Rio Nuevo · Print & ebook · May 12, 2008
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- Who it’s for
- Storytelling and science trace the raven’s place in folklore and its remarkable abilities.
- Themes
- Ravens in cultural folklore, Raven intelligence and adaptability
- Genres
- Birds, Bird Biology, Folklore & Mythology
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Ravens have sparked the interest and imagination of mankind for centuries. Mentioned in the Bible, they also figure in the art, literature, and folklore of many different cultures, sometimes as tricksters or cheaters, sometimes as symbols of danger, death, and wisdom. For centuries, Native Americans in the Pacific Northwest revered the raven and considered it to be the creator of the earth, moon, sun, and stars—perhaps because these inky black birds are extremely intelligent.
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They are also accomplished vocalists, acrobatic fliers, and survivors of heat, cold, and city life. Skillfully mixing storytelling with science, birder and author Lynn Hassler unravels the mysteries of the legendary raven in this very engaging book. 60 color & b/w photos.
Raven Lore
Storytelling and science trace the raven’s place in folklore and its remarkable abilities.
Come here for
- Raven folklore in art, literature, and cultures
- Ravens’ intelligence, vocal abilities, and survival
Expect
- Cultural accounts of ravens as tricksters, symbols, and creators
- Discussion of raven intelligence, flight, and adaptability
Where it sits
| Birds | 78% |
|---|---|
| Folklore & Mythology | 72% |
| Bird Biology | 45% |
Percentages are BookFrontier’s reading of the book.
Publisher categories
- Birdwatching
- Nature Resources
- Coasts & Shorelines
- Authors
- Lynn Hassler
- Publisher
- Rio Nuevo
- Published
- May 12, 2008
- Format
- Print & ebook
- Theme
- Ravens in cultural folklore · Raven intelligence and adaptability
- Reading lane
- Birdwatching