- Paperback: 272 pages
- Publisher: Christopher Helm Publishers Ltd (30 Nov 2000)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0713654341
- ISBN-13: 978-0713654349
- Product Dimensions: 23.4 x 16.6 x 1.6 cm
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 517,368 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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The Galapagos Islands are captured in this highly illustrated bird book which describes the islands, the wildlife, habitats and breeding strategies of the archipelago's birds. Included is a field guide with sketches, paintings and maps.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I bought this mainly because of the amazing illustrations... these make the book worth the price alone! Refreshingly, this isn't a "ticking round Galapagos " bird book but a fascinating account of a tour around the islands by an artist with an intelligent eye for behaviour, distribution, evolution etc.It is the sort of book that ,once you see it, you have to get it. The only trouble is, if you are interessted in drawing birds, his sheer talent and fluency is a severe bash to the ego.
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
A BIRD BOOK FOR "ALL"
29 Dec 2000
Format:Paperback
"The Galapagos Diary" is a delightful book. It has two levels of reader focus. The "top" level of focus is targetted to the reader who desires to relax and see birds in their environment. It contains "portraits" of the bird population featuring photographs by Barnaby Hall. It appears to be designed for relaxation and enjoyment as opposed to detailed study. The second level appears to be intended for the "student." It uses a unique combination of photographs and sketches to present the characteristics of the Galapagos' birds, their actions, and their environment. The two-level focus of the volume makes the book a desirable gift, because it targets a wide range of readers with varying backgrounds, interests, and ages. You don't need to know how to spell ornithologist to enjoy it.
8 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Remarkable Book
30 Dec 2000
Format:Paperback
Galapagos Diary was one Christmas present I couldn't seem to put down. Although I have never visited the Islands and have no special interest in wildlife, I found the pictures remarkable and the text compelling. I had no idea such unusual creatures inhabited the Galapagos Islands. The Blue Footed Boobies (now, really, who comes up with these names?) are my favorite with Great Frigatebirds coming in a close second. The book's young photographer, Barnaby Hall, is incredibly talented for his age--he looks to have been around 15 when he took these. What a professional job! I naturally recommend this book for anyone planning a trip to the Galapagos (it has a helpful section with sketches to help identify the birds and other wildlife), but also for anyone with a general interest in nature. If you like those Nature specials on television, this book is for you. As for me, I've added the Galapagos Islands to my list of Places to Go in the future!
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
A must for a bird watchers library
12 May 2007
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Heinzel and Hall have as the title suggests provided a diary with the last 100 pages being hand written notes and sketches of the birds encountered on their travels on the Galapagos Islands. The first 158 pages are rich in photographs of the birds found on the islands in their natural habitat. Photographs of some of the other animals found on the islands are included but the major focus of the book is the birds.
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