The Intelligent Owl: A Symbol of Knowledge and Mystery Beautiful and mysterious, owls have entranced people throughout history. It is a rare delight to glimpse any owl, from the powerful Great Gray Owl to the tiny Elf Owl. Acclaimed naturalist and award-winning wildlife photographer Stan Tekiela shares his up-close-and-personal images as he presents the amazing lives of these nocturnal predators. Anyone who appreciates the wonders of nature will treasure this spectacular collection of stunning wildlife photographs and the amazing natural history of owls.