Shearwater : A Bird, an Ocean, and a Long Way Home

In 'Shearwater: A Bird, an Ocean, and a Long Way Home', Roger Morgan-Grenville presents a captivating blend of personal recollections and natural history, centred around one of nature's most remarkable voyagers. This enchanting narrative delves into the author's half-century fascination with the Manx shearwater, a seabird of extraordinary endurance and navigational prowess.

The book paints a vivid picture of the shearwater's life cycle, focusing on the astounding feat of a chick that, merely ten weeks old, embarks on an 8,000-mile journey from the British Isles to the South Atlantic. Morgan-Grenville, with his characteristic wit and erudition, explores the scientific marvels behind this epic migration, while simultaneously weaving in touching personal anecdotes, including the profound influence of his Hebridean grandmother in nurturing his passion for wildlife.

Drawing comparisons to his previous work, 'Liquid Gold', which garnered high praise for its warmth and joie de vivre, 'Shearwater' continues Morgan-Grenville's tradition of insightful and engaging nature writing. His narrative seamlessly blends scientific knowledge with acute observations of both avian and human behaviour, all delivered with a generous dose of self-deprecating humour.

This book is not merely an ode to a fascinating creature, but a heartfelt tribute to the wild places that shape our world and our souls. 'Shearwater' promises to illuminate the life of an enigmatic and charismatic bird, whilst simultaneously rekindling the reader's sense of wonder at the natural world.

Product Information:

Book ISBN:	9781785787201
Book Author:	Roger Morgan-Grenville
Book Format:	Hardback
Book Imprint:	Icon Books
Book Publisher:	Icon Books
Book Dimensions:	145 x 225 x 33 cm
Book Publication Date:	2021-08-04
Book Pagination:	304 pages
Book Weight:	422g