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A joy to read... An uplifting book not a depressing one
--RSPB Birds magazine
'A joy to read ... put it on your Christmas list or buy it for a friend' --RSPB Birds magazine
one of those rare books where, though you may not care about the subject at the first page, you will by the last --The Observer
--RSPB Birds magazine
'A joy to read ... put it on your Christmas list or buy it for a friend' --RSPB Birds magazine
one of those rare books where, though you may not care about the subject at the first page, you will by the last --The Observer
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Elder is a stylish writer and his ornithological travelogue takes him on entertaining adventures to some of Britain's most remote bird sites
--This text refers to the Hardcover edition.
--This text refers to the Hardcover edition.
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39 of 39 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
A great read. This is a particularly well-written book for birders and non-birders alike. Often very funny it is also highly informative (about birds, of course, but also about our changing environment, farming practices, conservation initiatives etc )and charming. The narrative holds your interest well and you find yourself wanting the author to succeed in his quest to see all the (40) birds on the present red list of our most endangered species. I was sorry to come to the end!
27 of 27 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This is a really readable book, for birders, non-bird-watchers, those interested in environmental issues and just about anyone who wants an engaging, entertaining read. The book has
a wonderful style and manages to combine huge amounts of information with
a sustaining narrative and some excellent humorous asides. I felt so engaged with the author's
struggle to see all the birds, it really captured me.
Of particular note is the quality of descriptive writing and analytical passages- really
superb. I highly recommend this book.
a wonderful style and manages to combine huge amounts of information with
a sustaining narrative and some excellent humorous asides. I felt so engaged with the author's
struggle to see all the birds, it really captured me.
Of particular note is the quality of descriptive writing and analytical passages- really
superb. I highly recommend this book.
16 of 16 people found the following review helpful
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There is little doubt that many aspects of the wildlife of the UK are under threat, and a book about trying to find the 40 rarest breeding birds in the country has the potential to be a depressing read - a kind of quest for the dying. However, this book manages to be both serious in its intent and entertaining at the same time. Rare birds are found in car parks after long days in prime habitat, a species eludes the author on regular occasions and he is eaten alive by midges - all of which ring true as birding experiences. If each bird represents a "verse" of this book, then the causes of their decline becomes the "chorus" - with aspects such as habitat loss, changes in agricultural practice and climate change being repeated throughout.
Although each chapter is largely self contained I did find some of the changes from species to species a little abrupt, some occurring in the middle of a chapter. While I know a book on 40 species does not need 40 chapters some of the transitions from bird to bird were not smooth.
This is really my only criticism of an entertaining and informative book.
Although each chapter is largely self contained I did find some of the changes from species to species a little abrupt, some occurring in the middle of a chapter. While I know a book on 40 species does not need 40 chapters some of the transitions from bird to bird were not smooth.
This is really my only criticism of an entertaining and informative book.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
ENTERTAINING & INFORMATIVE
One of those books that are a joy to read. Easy, entertaining and informative. If you have an interest in birds and fancy some light and enjoyable reading on the subject then buy... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Peregrinus
While Flocks Last
I am delighted to have this book, having had good reports of it, but I have not yet had time to read it.
Published 10 months ago by B F Booby
Flock to buy it!
This is very well written and a joy to read. It's funny, informative, interesting and moving and gives you hope for the future. Read more
Published 11 months ago by Fiona
Charming, delightful, informative
Dear Mister Charlie,
When you next go on one of your birdwatching trips can you take me along with you please? I have just read your book and really liked it. Read more
When you next go on one of your birdwatching trips can you take me along with you please? I have just read your book and really liked it. Read more
Published 20 months ago by Denzil Walton
Another five stars!
I thoroughly enjoyed this book and can relate to it as I too have always had a deep love of birdwatching and nature in general that got a bit buried for too many years due to the... Read more
Published 21 months ago by C.Sinclair
Deceptively informative
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. It is amusingly and inventively written, with Elder finding an angle to make his quest for each of the Red List species entertaining and... Read more
Published on 28 Feb 2010 by Timbo
The book I wish I had written
While Flocks Last
I put this on my Amazon Wish List following a couple of good reviews in the paper, I am so glad that I did. Read more
I put this on my Amazon Wish List following a couple of good reviews in the paper, I am so glad that I did. Read more
Published on 15 Jan 2010 by Clare Topping
Superb, funny and moving
What can I say other than I agree with all the other reviewers. This book isn't as specialist as it might first appear. Read more
Published on 6 Jan 2010 by Regulus
Birders' delight
This is a really enjoyable book for birders and non-birders alike, which I bought on the recommendation of reading other people's reviews. Read more
Published on 22 Dec 2009 by Susie Bird
Flock to buy this book
[ASIN:0593061047 While Flocks Last: An Armchair Birdwatcher Goes In Search Of Britain's Most Endangered Species]]
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Published on 28 Jun 2009 by Neill Whittingham
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