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Flight of the Wild Geese By Graham Uney
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Item specifics
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- Title
- Flight of the Wild Geese
- ISBN
- 9781904445548
- Book Title
- Flight of the Wild Geese
- Publisher
- Whittles Publishing LTD
- Item Length
- 9.4 in
- Publication Year
- 2008
- Format
- Trade Paperback
- Language
- English
- Illustrator
- Yes
- Item Height
- 0.4 in
- Genre
- Nature
- Topic
- Birdwatching Guides, Animals / Birds
- Item Weight
- 5.8 Oz
- Item Width
- 6.7 in
- Number of Pages
- 144 Pages
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Product Identifiers
Publisher
Whittles Publishing LTD
ISBN-10
1904445543
ISBN-13
9781904445548
eBay Product ID (ePID)
72066591
Product Key Features
Book Title
Flight of the Wild Geese
Number of Pages
144 Pages
Language
English
Topic
Birdwatching Guides, Animals / Birds
Publication Year
2008
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Nature
Format
Trade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height
0.4 in
Item Weight
5.8 Oz
Item Length
9.4 in
Item Width
6.7 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
Dewey Edition
22
Reviews
'ALTHOUGH ESSENTIALLY AN EXPLORATION of the remarkable life-cycle of the thousands of barnacle geese... ... ...this book offers a good deal more. ... The highly personal narrative is interspersed with the author's accounts of other trips and experiences in Scotland... ... ...making this as much a love letter to Scotland's wild places as a book about geese themselves.' - Scotland Outdoors '... This is a book by a birder, and a birder's book. The loving descriptions of the Solway and other reserves, the appreciation of landscape and wildlife other than birds, all come as a bonus. ... The photographs... ... ...have an attractive immediacy about them. ... ...if you enjoy reading about birds and their homes you'll enjoy this book' - Habitat 'It's a fine travel tale, mixed with natural history and keen observation en route. ... ...this is the perfect book to read...' - Waterlife 'His trvels make fascinating reading, rich in observation of all wildlife from the Solway Firth to Svalbard. An enjoyable and illuminating read evoking a real sense of adventure.' - Scottish Bird News '...what makes the book outstanding is the personal thoughts that come over and infuse on the reader's mind. ...the magical chapters such as Simer dim, Crossing the Artic Circle, Bear Island and the long chapter on Summering in Svalbard... ...the very readable text.' - The Highland News
Number of Volumes
1 vol.
Dewey Decimal
598.4178
Synopsis
The Key Cases series provides a portable and effective way for you to absorb and retain the essential facts needed to pass your exams effortlessly. Key features include: * Diagrams to summarise the key points * Expert selection of cases * Recognisable and memorable elements, including the key facts, key law, key principles, key judgments, key comments and key problems as appropriate in each case. * Cases for comparison and contrast are highlighted to illustrate alternative opinions and perspectives Supporting resources are available at www.UnlockingTheLaw.co.uk where you will find extensive revision materials including MCQs and Key Q&As , Tells the story of the winter wildlife of the Solway Firth, that wild estuary set between the rugged hills of Cumbria and the rolling farmland, moors and forests of Dumfries and Galloway. This book explores the links that these places share with the most remote islands of the North Atlantic, and with the stunning landscapes of the high Arctic., The author follows the migration of the wild barnacle geese from their over-wintering grounds on the Solway Firth across northern seas to Svalbard in the Arctic Circle taking in remote islands and vast sea channels along the way., The sight of strings of wild Barnacle geese flying overhead, with a noisy chorus of honking, will be a familiar sight to many. However, following their migration, little is known about the lives of these sociable geese. "Flight of the Wild Geese" tells the story of the winter wildlife of the Solway Firth, that wonderfully wild estuary set between the rugged hills of Cumbria and the rolling farmland, moors and forests of Dumfries and Galloway. It explores the links that these beautiful places share with the most remote islands of the North Atlantic, and with the stunning landscapes of the high Arctic. This is a book of birds, of people, and of places.The author's sea journey takes in a number of remote islands, beginning with the two Scottish outliers of North Rona and Sula Sgeir, then venturing ever northwards via the stunning rocky coasts of the Faroe Islands, the black-sand volcanics of Jan Mayen, and the great sea bird colonies of Bear Island before encountering pack ice in the vast sea channel of Storfjorden. Here, in Svalbard's Arctic waters, ivory gulls roamed the ice islands searching for food, while seals hunted the open flats between.Arctic wildlife filled every space, backed by an array of glistening snow peaks, their glaciers carving rivers of ice down to the sea. This was the author's first view of Svalbard - Kingdom of the Ice Bear.The author also reflects on his life as a writer, photographer and environmental surveyor. Growing up in the flatlands of East Yorkshire where his love of wildlife was instilled, he yearned to know more about where the winter-visiting birds went during the summer. He learnt a great deal about waders, ducks, geese and swans at the Humber Estury but, once these birds had migrated to cooler climes in the summer, their lives were a mystery. Later in life and with the Solway Firth on his doorstep, where some of the largest numbers of geese are to be found, he decided to find out. Graham Uney is a writer, photographer and walking and wildlife holiday Senior Guide. He has written numerous articles for many different magazines and is the author of "Backpakers Britain", vols. I - III
LC Classification Number
QL696.A52
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- 5***w (1182)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseThe book that was shown was not the book that I received. Nonetheless, when I informed the seller that it wasn't the item they advertised-/they were more than willing to make it right. Since they didn't have another copy of the title I was expecting, they promptly issued an apology; and refund full refund. I really appreciated the speed at which they were willing to make things right with this transaction. I will definitely not hesitate to do business with them again. Thank You!
- 7***e (33)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseAmazing price and super fast shipping. Book arrived exactly as described in the correct box meant to ship books. No bumps or dings in the corner because of the attention to packaging. I'll keep an eye on this seller for another purchase. Highly recommend this seller!!!!
- n***k (176)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseAn old favourite of mine from many years ago, in the same high-quality edition I remember. Thanks to this outstanding Ebay vendor, it's now mine once again. The condition of the book was better than advertised, sold at a reasonable price, and appears nearly as new as what I bought 40 years ago. Add to that, the item being securely wrapped and speedily shipped, and I'm mightily impressed. I recommend this vendor wholeheartedly and without reservation. Thank you very much!