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Lädt ... Bill Bailey's Remarkable Guide to British Birds (2016. Auflage)von Bill Bailey (Autor)
Werk-InformationenBill Bailey's Remarkable Guide to British Birds von Bill Bailey
   Keine aktuelle Diskussion zu diesem Buch.  PDCRead | Apr 6, 2020 |   Bill chooses his favourite and the most common birds and spends a few pages writing about each of them (though pictures often pad out these pages). He is amiable and manages to steer clear of anorak-ish behaviour, simply glorying in the features and personalities of our wildlife. With idiosyncratic illustrations (I particularly liked the magic spoon one on page 124) and keen anecdotes ranging from dedicated trips into the British wilderness to chance encounters over lukewarm cups of tea outside motorway service stations, Bill has that man-in-a-shed mix of intelligence, enthusiasm and oddness that is unique to our group of little islands. Even if you don't have any particular interest in birds, some of Bill's eagerness is bound to rub off on you. As he says, birds – and, by extension, the natural world – have that "habit of raising the spirits" of those who watch them (pg. 118). We are a nation of animal lovers – even those of us who live in grey cities with traffic and waste in every pore – and a greater awareness of the natural richness of our country makes it "feel a little wilder, like some vital element of our past has been restored" (pg. 204). (  ) MikeFutcher | Dec 9, 2016 | Zeige 2 von 2 keine Rezensionen | Rezension hinzufügen
A humorous and very personal guide written by Bill Bailey about his favourite British birds, complete with drawings, notes and cartoons by the comedian himself. 'When herons are spooked they have a habit of vomiting as a defence. Half-digested pieces of eel and water vole skull on your head is not a good look. Just so you know.' Bill Bailey's wonderfully charming and informative book on the birds he loves is now available as a handy, easy-to-carry pocket paperback. Packed with the comedian's observations, illustrations and sketches, this edition is perfect for birdwatching expeditions, with new information for proper twitchers, including: · A 'British Birds' checklist · A list of the best birdwatching sites in the UK · Suggestions of bird spotting equipment · Information about joining a birdwatching club Bailey takes us on a journey around the British Isles, zooming in on those birds that enthuse him the most. Whether it's what they eat, where they fly to or how they communicate, these birds are always fascinating, and he introduces us to their weird and wonderful ways in a manner that is always entertaining. If you're a parent who'd like to appear a bit clever when your child asks you the name of a bird; if you want to find a new and healthy hobby that takes you outdoors; or whether, quite simply, you want to understand a bit more about our natural environment and have a laugh at the same time, this is the companion book to have. Funny and insightful, and positively crackling with energy, knowledge and wit, this beautiful paperback will delight Bailey's fans, birds as well as those who fancy a bit of armchair escapism. Alongside music and stand-up, one of Bailey's favourite pastimes is birdwatching, which he has been doing since he was a child in the West Country. His fondest memories are of family outings with parents, grandparents and cousins, ticking the birds off in his little Observer's Book of Birds. As he has said about those formative years, 'birdwatching gave a purpose to the day and a love of the natural world which has carried on into my adult life'. Keine Bibliotheksbeschreibungen gefunden. |
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 Google Books — Lädt ...GenresMelvil Decimal System (DDC)598.0941Natural sciences and mathematics Zoology Birds Biography; History By Place Europe British Isles -- Ireland & ScotlandBewertungDurchschnitt: (3.33)
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There is not a vast amount of prose in the book, but what there is, is written with Bailey’s impish humour, amusing anecdotes and razor sharp wit. The design of the book makes it feel that you are reading a notebook full of jottings and his own charming sketches. Not necessarily a book for experts, but perfect for someone who is teetering on the edge of discovering the delights of the natural world. (