May 24, 2026
My New Book Is Here
I am pleased to report that The Peregrine Falcon from Schiffer Books -- the folks who did such a beautiful…
So many questions, so little time.
Who is this guy? What kind of owl is he? Why does he need glasses?
Do you have a favorite quote by him?
Darryl Brashier correctly identified him as a character from the Pogo comic strip, by Walt Kelly.
His name is Howland Montgomersett Owl. I don't think he's any species of owl that any of us would recognize but…
I think he wears glasses because he contradicts prescribed notions of owls — that they have great eyesisght and are smart.
Here's a quote: