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Desert Quail Try to Remain Unruffled as Uninvited Guests Move in

Longwood, FL (PRWeb) December 14, 2006 -- The quail of Indian Bend Wash live a peaceful existence until the progress of humankind threatens to encroach upon their native desert habitat. Strong Feather: The Story of the Last Covey in Indian Bend Wash ($13.99, paperback, 1-60034-462-3), by Richard Hopper, is set outside the edge of town, where development meets desert and intrudes upon its inhabitants, the "covey people." Join such memorable characters as Little-Q, Papa, Mama, Grandpa-Q, and Quinata as they face unexpected changes and challenges in life, learn about family heritage and important traditions, and move from childhood games to big responsibilities imposed upon them by the imminent destruction of their habitat.

Says Hopper, "Strong Feather is a unique and enjoyable story that leads readers to see the world through the eyes of one of the most beloved creatures, the quail, and the impact of man's development on their world."

The story takes an allegorical bent by watching the destruction of one civilization in the wake of another. Hopper, an avid observer of the quail and wildlife near his home in Arizona, was inspired to write about the impact of mankind intruding into these peaceful creatures' world after observing it firsthand. The peril endured by the covey's native wildlife will cause readers never to hear the call of a quail without being drawn back to this endearing story.

Richard I. Hopper has resided in the Phoenix area since the 1950s. He has been involved in writing most of his life. His experiences have included reporting for a news wire service and a newspaper; writing for an advertising agency; overseeing corporate public relations, publications, and speech writing for a large bank; and numerous other venues.

Xulon Press is the world's largest Christian publisher, with more than 2,700 titles published to date. Retailers may order Strong Feather through Ingram Book Company and/or Spring Arbor Book Distributors.

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