The Book of Birds: The #1 Sunday Times bestseller from the authors of award-winning phenomenon The Lost Words

The Book of Birds is a lyrical and visual compendium that re-imagines the traditional field guide. Moving beyond simple identification, this work seeks to foster a deep connection between the reader and the natural world by asking not just what a bird is, but who they are. Through the evocative prose of Robert Macfarlane and the exquisite watercolor and gold artwork of Jackie Morris, each species is brought to life with profound detail.

This stunning art book serves as both a celebration of the splendors of birdlife and a clarion call to protect our declining species. Organized around the Seven Wonders of Bird - Nest, Egg, Beak, Song, Feather, Flight, and Migration - it explores the habits, habitats, and myths of forty-nine birds that are currently endangered or declining in Britain. It is a transformative experience designed to inspire a new generation of conservationists and nature lovers.