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Discover the enchanting world of avian life with The Meaning of Birds by Simon Barnes, a captivating exploration by one of Britain's most acclaimed nature writers. This remarkable book invites readers to dive deep into the significance of birds and their vital role in our ecosystem.
In The Meaning of Birds, Barnes eloquently illustrates the marvels of bird behavior and biology, revealing:
With eloquent prose, Barnes weaves together scientific history, connecting pivotal moments—like the Galápagos mockingbirds' influence on Darwin's theory of evolution—to pressing contemporary issues, such as climate change. This narrative not only celebrates the beauty of birds but also provokes thoughtful reflection on:
Award-winning and insightful, The Meaning of Birds encourages readers to appreciate the intrinsic wonder of bird life while revealing how these remarkable creatures enrich our understanding of nature and our own existence. Join Simon Barnes on this profound journey, and let the stories of birds illuminate your connection to the natural world.
ISBN: | 9781788542814 |
Author: | Simon Barnes |
Format: | Paperback / softback |
Imprint: | Head of Zeus |
Publisher: | Bloomsbury Publishing PLC |
Dimensions: | 196 x 130 x 26 mm |
Publication Date: | 05 March, 2018 |
Pagination: | 352 pages, 50 integrated b&w illustrations |
Weight: | 240g |
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Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’
Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.
This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.
We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.
Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’