Cuckoo

(Author) Cynthia Chris
Format: Paperback
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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.

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Publisher:
Reaktion Books
Format:
Paperback
Number of pages:
164
Language:
en
ISBN:
9781789149319
Publish year:
2024
Publish date:
Aug. 1, 2024

Cynthia Chris

Cynthia Chris is a renowned author, best known for her groundbreaking work "Watching What We Eat: The Evolution of Television Cooking Shows." Her writing style is insightful and analytical, offering a fresh perspective on food culture and media. Chris has made significant contributions to the field of cultural studies and food literature.

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