Kestrels for Company
Autor Gordon Riddleen Limba Engleză Paperback – 10 mai 2011
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Specificații
ISBN-13: 9781849950299
ISBN-10: 1849950296
Pagini: 208
Ilustrații: full colour throughout with over 150 illustrations
Dimensiuni: 168 x 239 x 13 mm
Greutate: 0.45 kg
Ediția:New.
Editura: Whittles
ISBN-10: 1849950296
Pagini: 208
Ilustrații: full colour throughout with over 150 illustrations
Dimensiuni: 168 x 239 x 13 mm
Greutate: 0.45 kg
Ediția:New.
Editura: Whittles
Recenzii
'Profusely illustrated, the book shows kestrels hatching and in natural habitats across the globe, from Scotland to the Seychelles. His collection of enthusiasts' notes finds kestrels everywhere - even Downing Street'. The Critics '...this fascinating and absorbing book written by a dedicated expert. Over 40 years the author has assembled a wealth of information... ...is easily read and contains large numbers of excellent photographs...' Scottish Birds '...has some fascinating stories... ...Riddle gives a vivid account of clashes between kestrels and such powerful raptors as peregrine falcons and goshawks'. Feather Report, The Times '...If you want to know about kestrels then this is the book for you... ...a well-documented history of the many species ... is one of the best accounts on the subject I have read'. Highland News, The Star and Lochaber News 'An appealing book that rightfully raises the profile of the kestrel. It provides an extensive picture of this delightful falcon. ...through this personal and well-informed account the reader gains access to the world of the kestrel'. NHBS '...an appealing portrait of this beautiful bird and explores the problems it faces...' Daily Mail '...personal and well-informed account gives valuable insight s into the private life of this delightful falcon. ...he combines a wealth of facts with entertaining anecdotes and experiences'. Ayrshire Post '...celebrates this species of falcon. Profusely illustrated, the book shows kestrels hatching and in natural habitats across the glove, from Scotland to the Seychelles'. The Critics '...the long- awaited sequel to Seasons with a Kestrel. ...a fascinating account of the author's journey to see the endemic island Kestrels and meet the people directly involved in their conservation. ... Exciting and intriguing anecdotes ... captivate the reader and provide an informative and colourful overview ... of these magnificent Kestrels. ... Gordon Riddle's passion for Kestrels is apparent throughout this well-balanced, richly illustrated and readable book, which also shows what it takes to be a truly excellent fieldworker. I recommend it wholeheartedly'. IBIS
Notă biografică
Gordon Riddle is currently a part-time ecologist with Natural Research Projects and is a founder member and Chairman of the South West Scotland Raptor Study Group. He was presented with the George Waterston Memorial Award in 2005 and the Donald and Jeff Watson Raptor Award in 2010. He is the author of several books, papers and articles.