AROUND THE WORLD IN 80 BIRDS PB

Exquisite National Geographic Fascinating and informative, this text will appeal to lay readers and bird enthusiasts alike Booklist Unwins evocative prose is a perfect match for the vivid illustrations. This will be a hit with birdwatchers of all stripes Publishers Weekly Author Mike Unwin invites readers on an avian journey around the globe, celebrating 80 of the worlds most awe-inspiring birds and revealing their impact on our lives. From Namibias sociable weaver, constructor of huge multi-nest apartment blocks in the desert, to Chinas bar-headed goose, a high-flying migrant that crosses the Himalayas twice a year, each has a remarkable story to tell. Ryuto Miyakes exquisite illustrations grace every page, bringing to life this timely reminder of the ways in which birds need us, and we need them.