Chris, Cynthia
Cuckoo (Animal)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781789149319
- author:
- Chris, Cynthia
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Reaktion Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2024
- Pages:
- 168
- Dimensions:
- 19 x 13.6 x 1.2 centimetres (0.2
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Social Sciences, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
The Common Cuckoo: A Study in Nature and Culture The common cuckoo is a bird with a reputation for being peculiar. Its name has been linked to otherworldly concepts, from the "Cloud Cuckoo Land" of ancient Greek literature to the familiar sound of the cuckoo clock. But beyond its cultural associations, the cuckoo holds an important role in our natural world. One of the most fascinating aspects of the cuckoo's behaviour is its complex relationship with other birds. Female cuckoos have been known to lay their eggs in the nests of other species, a phenomenon that has inspired many myths and metaphors over time. This unusual behaviour has led to the figure of the "cuckold", appearing in literature from Shakespeare's plays to science fiction thrillers. This book explores the natural history of the cuckoo, examining its cultural meanings and the stories we tell about these fascinating birds.
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