- Hardcover: 224 pages
- Publisher: Dorling Kindersley; 1st edition (1991)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0863185916
- ISBN-13: 978-0863185915
- Product Dimensions: 24.9 x 24.9 x 2 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (18 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 874,884 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Includes illustrations of butterflies that can be found in Britain, together with details of habitat and stage-by-stage illustrations of the caterpillar changing into a butterfly.
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33 of 33 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
It's great to see a new edition of this classic work being published. As mentioned in a previous review the original published in the early 1990's quickly sold out and was not reprinted.
Not only has the book been reprinted (thank you British Wildlife Publishing) but it has been thoroughly updated. Richard Lewington, the master of invertebrate illustration, has painted nearly 100 new illustrations for this edition. Jeremy Thomas has revised, and where necessary updated the information about each species in light of new research. Particular attention has been given to the Lycaenidae and their interaction with ants.Two new species have been added, Real's wood white and the geranium bronze and the maps have been updated.
As with the original, all life stages are illustrated, there is a life-cycle diagram illustrating when you can expect to see each stage, a map showing the species range and an extensive, up to date and expertly written account of the ecology of each species.
The book is a fair size and hardback, so it is likely best used as a home reference to double check field observations - or to learn all the fascinating details that field guides don't include.
A classic just got better!
Not only has the book been reprinted (thank you British Wildlife Publishing) but it has been thoroughly updated. Richard Lewington, the master of invertebrate illustration, has painted nearly 100 new illustrations for this edition. Jeremy Thomas has revised, and where necessary updated the information about each species in light of new research. Particular attention has been given to the Lycaenidae and their interaction with ants.Two new species have been added, Real's wood white and the geranium bronze and the maps have been updated.
As with the original, all life stages are illustrated, there is a life-cycle diagram illustrating when you can expect to see each stage, a map showing the species range and an extensive, up to date and expertly written account of the ecology of each species.
The book is a fair size and hardback, so it is likely best used as a home reference to double check field observations - or to learn all the fascinating details that field guides don't include.
A classic just got better!
17 of 17 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I chanced upon this book in a bookshop at around the time it was published in 1991 and have consulted it regularly ever since. Jeremy Thomas, perhaps the leading butterfly expert in the country, provides a charming text that reflects his love of butterflies as well as his deep knowledge whilst the peerless Richard Lewington provides beautiful plates that show each life stage of all of the species regularly occuring in the UK as well as a number of rare vagrants and species that are now extinct. Adult stages are shown life size.
The large format of the book (250 mm X 255 mm) means that it is not suitable for taking out into the field but the wealth of information included, covering aspects of identification, variation, distribution, life-cycle, ecology, food plants and behaviour, make it a worthy reference to include in any entomologist's library. Now only available second hand it is nevertheless well worth seeking out a copy.
The large format of the book (250 mm X 255 mm) means that it is not suitable for taking out into the field but the wealth of information included, covering aspects of identification, variation, distribution, life-cycle, ecology, food plants and behaviour, make it a worthy reference to include in any entomologist's library. Now only available second hand it is nevertheless well worth seeking out a copy.
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Stunning book. Provides all the information I need to ensure I retain the butterflies I do have and encourage those in the area to establish themselves in my woodland once I have planted the right larval food plants. The complete pictorial lifecycle is exactly what I desired for my conservation & restoration project. A must have for anyone wanting to learn at whatever level. And a bargain!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
The best book on the subject!
I am not going to go on about this book as it as all been said before...THE best book on butterflies EVER!
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Published 3 months ago by beretta
A truly brilliant addition to my reference book shelf
As an amateur wildlife photography enthusiast I needed a reference book that would allow me to easily identify the butterflies that I have photographed. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Bobr
A stunning book!
The Butterflies of Britain and Ireland is a beautiful book.
It treats each species with a passion and detail that cannot be found in any of the other field guides. Read more
It treats each species with a passion and detail that cannot be found in any of the other field guides. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Redgannet
Beautiful and informative
This is a fabulous book. I have had an interest in butterflies since taking up photography a few years ago. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Richard Bennett
Beautiful but demanding
This book is a beautifully produced definitive work as a reference manual. But as an aid to identificationit is too big and too heavy. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Bob Johnson
Book
Item arrived damaged. It was replaced within 24 hours with the minimum of hassle. Very impressed with the quick and efficient replacement.
Published 11 months ago by Brian
A must for butterfly lovers
A really informative book. There is no question about butterflies that it does not answer. Beautifully produced and a pleasure to hold. ( Book lovers know what I mean! Read more
Published 13 months ago by ultramarine
Look no more!
If you are enthusiastic about butterflies found in the British Isles then this is this latest edition is the book you need. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Ochlodes
Fantastic book
I purchased this book due to the fact I've been photographic Butterflies over the last year and needed something to help me identify them. Read more
Published 18 months ago by Andrew Jones
The Ultimate British butterfly Guide
Not much to say about this book that hasn't already been said.
Although its one for the coffee table, due to its large size. Read more
Although its one for the coffee table, due to its large size. Read more
Published 20 months ago by Throstle
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