Swan

“When contemplating the serene splendour of the swan, one may be disagreeably surprised by it hissing reaction to friendly approach. The swan has fascinated humanity for aeons - a fascination provoked not by its mere loveliness, but by the contrast between its appearance of perfection and its somewhat perverse nature. Peter Young’s study of the bird involves ornithology, but also covers poetry, science, philosophy, and even the movements of markets . . . This beautiful bird makes for a poor meal by the way, and this is fitting.”

"The grace and beauty of the swan is celebrated in this handsome pocket-sized book, which explores the natural and cultural history of this elegant bird."–Cage and Aviary Birds