When the birds fly south

Name: When the birds fly south
Author: Stanton A. Coblentz

By Stanton A. Coblentz

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A narrator taking part in an expedition explores a remote peak crowned by a stone effigy and learns of a secret winged people reputed to vanish at will. Defying local warnings, he and a companion ascend and are drawn into the winged community's seasonal migrations and magical practices. The narrative follows their encounters and entanglements, the social and spiritual rituals that govern flight and return, and escalating tensions that force difficult choices, leading to a final communal act that determines the group's fate and completes a cyclical pattern of movement.

About the Author

Stanton A. Coblentz

Stanton A. Coblentz was an American author known for his contributions to science fiction and poetry. His works often explore imaginative themes and speculative futures, as seen in notable titles like "Flight Through Tomorrow" and "Headhunters of Nuamerica." Coblentz's writing is characterized by a blend of adventure and philosophical inquiry, reflecting his interest in the human experience and the cosmos. In addition to his fiction, he also penned poetry, as showcased in "My Life in Poetry." Coblentz's diverse literary output includes explorations of alien worlds and the intricacies of human emotion, making him a unique voice in early 20th-century literature.