Rspb Pocket Book of Owls - by Marianne Taylor (Hardcover)

About the Book

A beautifully crafted RSPB gift book celebrating nature's mystical hunters - owls

Book Synopsis

This enchanting hardback gift book celebrates some of the world's most admired and mysterious birds - owls.

With their wide-eyed, often endearing faces, secretive ways, haunting voices and astonishing super-senses, owls have captivated humankind for centuries.

Produced in collaboration with the RSPB, this beautifully illustrated book combines accessible, engaging text with elegant line illustrations, inviting readers to explore the fascinating world of owls.

A perfect gift or personal keepsake, it's designed for wildlife-loving readers of all ages and levels of knowledge. The author weaves together biology, mythology and cultural history to explore how owls live - and why they intrigue us so deeply.

Readers will uncover the prehistory, habits, life stories, and traditional and modern stories of owls from around the world, with a particular focus on the five species of owl found in the British countryside.

With its blend of captivating content, exquisite artwork, and an inspiring conservation message, this book is ideal for nature enthusiasts, gift buyers, and anyone enchanted by the quiet beauty - and formidable ferocity - of owls.

About the Author

Marianne Taylor is a life-long wildlife-watcher living in Kent, UK, and since 2007 has worked as a writer, photographer and illustrator, focusing on wildlife and nature and, particularly, British birds. Her books include RSPB Pocket Guide to British Birds, RSPB Spotlight Owls and RSPB British Birds of Prey.