Bill Oddie's How to Watch Wildlife
by Bill Oddie

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• ISBN13: 9780007184552
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Book Reviews of Bill Oddie's How to Watch Wildlife

Book Review: If you like the TV series, you'll like the book!
Summary: 5 Stars

The book does a good job of capturing the feel of the TV programme on which it is based. It is divided into 3 main parts. In the first section, general advice is given on how to get started and what kit you are likely to need. The authors write enthusiastically and the style engenders a sense of involvement, actively encouraging you to go outside and get your hands dirty.

Part 2 consists of 12 'month' sections. Advice is given on what to look for and where for each month. I find this kind of thing a bit hit and miss. It's great if you happen to live in or near one of the areas identified on the maps, but you can feel a bit left out if you happen to live in the midlands for example. The majority of the sites identified in the book seem to be coastal. I am not sure if this is a personal preference of Mr Oddie or if the authors genuinely feel that this is where the best of Britain's wildlife is to be found.

The final part of the book provides advice on getting more involved in the wildlife 'scene' with contact organisations, web links and book recommendations. This section is perhaps a little short on content but what there is, is helpful.

Overall this book is a great armchair read that doesn't just offer advice; It enthuses you and leaves you wanting to get outside with a pair of binoculars and see for yourself.

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