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How to Be a Bad Birdwatcher Anniversary Edition: Embrace the everyday joy of birdwatching – to the greater glory of life

How to Be a Bad Birdwatcher Anniversary Edition: Embrace the everyday joy of birdwatching – to the greater glory of life

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Simon Barnes' How to be a Bad Birdwatcher is a witty, perceptive book that provides simple wisdom and insight into the world of birdwatching, making it a fun and rewarding pastime for anyone.

Format: Hardback
Length: 224 pages
Publication date: 01 February 2024
Publisher: Short Books Ltd



The Bestselling Birdwatching Classic - 20th Anniversary Edition


A delightful ode to the wild world outside the kitchen window, this captivating book leaves readers with a warm and uplifting feeling, emphasizing that a shared love can conquer all. The Daily Telegraph praises it as a witty, perceptive book, filled with thoughtful and instructive wisdom. The Daily Mail describes it as a witty, insightful, and straightforward guide that encourages readers to appreciate the beauty of birds right outside their windows. Congratulations! You have officially become a bad birdwatcher.


Anyone who has ever gazed up at the sky or stared out of the window has a basic understanding of birds. In this entertaining, eye-opening, and inspiring book, award-winning nature writer Simon Barnes paints a vivid portrait of how birdwatching has shaped his life and offers valuable insights that can benefit us all in understanding our place in the world.


How to be a Bad Birdwatcher


This book demonstrates that birdwatching is not just for twitchers but is a simple, affordable, and incredibly rewarding pastime for people of all ages and backgrounds. It explores the reasons why birdwatching is so captivating and reveals the many benefits it offers. Whether you are a seasoned birder or a beginner, this book will provide you with valuable tips and techniques to enhance your birdwatching experience.


So, grab your binoculars, step outside, and embark on a journey of discovery through the world of birds. With How to be a Bad Birdwatcher as your guide, you will soon discover the joy and wonder of birdwatching and the incredible connections it can bring to your life.

Weight: 264g
Dimension: 132 x 205 x 21 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781780726168

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