Is A Black Swan A False Swan? (Falseswan) is a zine that explores symbol formation, a cognitive process for representing and communicating information. It examines the transformation of the word "swan" and its context, unraveling underlying symbolization. Falseswan discusses how symbols are created and changed over time, using the example of the word "swan." It demonstrates how society's development and new information can alter the meaning of a symbol. Falseswan implies two stages of symbolization: the pre-symbolic state and the post-symbolic state. It explores how symbols are created, modified, and abandoned in the pursuit of communication and knowledge.