Story books or folk tales about Herons? (1 Viewer)

[Vermont birder]

Greetings! I'm a birder from Vermont and I have a question that I hope isn't too off-topic for this forum...

Our family loves observing herons and we've read how important they are in many folktales and cultures around the world. I am wondering if anyone in this forum might know of an illustrated story book about herons or egrets, that shares wisdom or teachings or a folk tale (rather than a scientific explanation)? I am looking for a book to give as a gift to my nephews to help them learn more about these majestic birds and tales or myths told about them. Does your family have a favorite story book about herons? Many thanks in advance for any suggestions!

 

[Lisa W]

Hi Vermont birder, welcome to the forum. I think you will find us a friendly and helpful group. Your question is fine. I would try posting in the following forum:

Books, Magazines, Publications, Video & DVD

Read any? Watched any? Can you recommend any? Dislike any? This is the place to let us know!

www.birdforum.net

 

[Chris G6 UXU]

Hello and welcome to the forum, enjoy and all the best.

 

[Kits]

Welcome to Birdforum.

 

[Trinovid]

Greetings! I'm a birder from Vermont and I have a question that I hope isn't too off-topic for this forum...

Our family loves observing herons and we've read how important they are in many folktales and cultures around the world. I am wondering if anyone in this forum might know of an illustrated story book about herons or egrets, that shares wisdom or teachings or a folk tale (rather than a scientific explanation)? I am looking for a book to give as a gift to my nephews to help them learn more about these majestic birds and tales or myths told about them. Does your family have a favorite story book about herons? Many thanks in advance for any suggestions!

Here's a Japanese one about Aosagibi which you may find a bit interesting, in addition to the more famous one about the Boy and the Heron.

 

[lockbreeze926]

If you cast the species net slightly wider (but still focus on tall waders), you have the Japanese folk tale of The Crane Wife. As usual with folk tales, there are many variations and re-imaginings. Here's one - The Crane Girl by Curtis Manley.