The Complete Naturalist
Author | : Nick Baker |
Publisher | : Bloomsbury Publishing |
Total Pages | : 353 |
Release | : 2015-05-21 |
ISBN-10 | : 9781472912084 |
ISBN-13 | : 147291208X |
Rating | : 4/5 (84 Downloads) |
Book excerpt: Nick Baker's fascination with the natural world began at an early age, inspired by Gerald and Lee Durrell's classic book The Amateur Naturalist. His The Complete Naturalist is an up-to-date, practical introduction to observing, understanding and investigating the natural world around us. Whether you want to understand what makes an insect and insect, rear a family of frogs for your garden pond, or record bird songs and calls, Nick can give you all the advice and information you need. Fact-packed and brimming with practical tips, techniques and activities, The Complete Naturalist offers a rich source of new ideas for more experienced naturalists, as well as sparking the natural curiosity of a whole new generation. From communicating with wild animals to setting up an aquarium, this is the naturalist's guide no family bookshelf should be without. Nick is an experienced and well-travelled naturalist, and his book includes his international experiences.