Vishnu's Mount: Birds in Indian Mythology and Folklore - Paperback

by Capt Praveen Chopra (Author)

Do you know how the mythical bird Garuda became Vishnu's Mount?

What does a serpent coiled around a peacock signify?

Which bird in the hands of Mohini represents carnal love?

Have you ever wondered about the significance of the birds you see with gods and goddesses when you regularly prostrate and pray before them?

Vishnu's Mount unravels the world of birds in Hindu mythology and their significant roles in nature. It is a collection of interesting facts and characteristics of birds interwoven with the beliefs and practices through the ages that is a must-read for all bird lovers and bird watchers.

Author Biography

A senior corporate executive and a former Armoured Corps officer of the Indian Army, Capt. Praveen Chopra is an accomplished naturalist and a practicing ornithologist for over four decades. A freelance writer, he has written extensively on nature and conservation. He is also a consultant for educational institutions and NGOs in the field of conservation and is a regular contributor on various forums that support nature and conservation projects.