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The Company of Owls


*LONGLISTED FOR THE WAINWRIGHT PRIZE FOR NATURE WRITING 2025LoveReading’s Best Books of the Year 2025?Share in the company of owls in this nocturnal love song… From the author of Some of Us Just Fall, longlisted for the Wainwright Prize for Nature Writing.  ‘I couldn’t put down this warm and comforting, beautiful book.’ Ajay Tegala, author of Wetland Diaries___ In the woods above Polly Atkin’s home in Grasmere, Cumbria live the tawny owls she calls her neighbours. Each night, they come down to her cottage at dusk, calling out as night falls – in particular a trio of owlets she watches grow from fledglings to young adults.  As the antics of the owl siblings develop – their capacity to play, to bicker, to share and to protect – they encourage her to think differently about some of the big needs of all our lives: solitude and companionship, care and belonging, rest and retreat. And into the frame step questions about all sorts of relationships, from how we feel when in darkness to the homes and connection we so desperately seek.  The Company Of Owls is a love song to these incredible creatures, and a reflection on what makes them, and us, unique. It’s a call to find joy in unexpected places and times. It is a lesson in learning to listen – to really listen – when all around us seems clamour and noise. ___ ‘Rarely have I found a book so transporting, so moving.’ Jessica J. Lee, author of Dispersals ‘A beautiful guide to moving through this world with tender curiosity, joy and reflection.’ Sally Huband, author of Sea Bean
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14,99 €

Stowaway


A NEW SCIENTIST NON-FICTION BOOK OF THE YEAR‘Shows us that, ultimately, the history of rats is a history of ourselves.’ THE SUNDAY TIMES‘Fascinating and prejudice-busting reading.’ NEW SCIENTIST‘An intelligent and enlightening book’ MICHAEL MORPURGOA cultural and social history of the rat, examining how one creature achieved total world domination and has inspired such love and loathing.Rats are creatures which inspire fear and fascination in equal measure. Their lives are more closely entwined with humans than any other animal, but they remain the most misunderstood of all species.In Stowaway, Joe Shute explores our complex and contradictory relationship with the rat. He travels the world from sub-Saharan Africa to the Rocky Mountains and visits some of the most rodent-infested cities on earth to unpick the myths we tell ourselves about rats and investigate the unexplored secrets of their own extraordinary lives.Joe delves into the hidden world they inhabit beneath our feet, learns about their role in natural ecosystems and how they have shaped human history. He also discovers their incredible intelligence and the bonds they form with humans when given the chance.Stowaway questions what the lives of rats reveal about our own, and whether there might be a better way to live alongside this most misunderstood species.
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15,99 €

RSPB British Birds of Prey


A photo-packed celebration of British raptors, following their fortunes as British breeding birds from historical times to the present day.RSPB British Birds of Prey is the ideal introduction to the raptors – hawks, eagles, harriers, buzzards and falcons – plus the owls that breed in or regularly visit the British Isles. Despite centuries of persecution, changing attitudes, improved legal protections and the astounding efforts of conservationists mean that many species are faring better in the UK than they have for decades.With incredible colour photography throughout, this book provides fascinating insights into the lives of these birds. Each chapter showcases an individual species, providing an engaging and informative account of their hunting habits, breeding behaviour, the migrations they undertake, and above all the challenges they continue to face as they forge their lives alongside humanity in Britain.
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33,49 €

The Genius Bat


Step into the shadows and listen... 'Brings the poster-species of Halloween out of the shadows, so we can better appreciate the flying mammal.' National GeographicUsually, you’ll hear a bat before you see it – the gentle flutter of wings, their high-pitched chatter as they dive and roll for insects. Only occasionally do you spot them, a blur against the evening sky. With nearly 1,500 known species, bats are among the most successful mammals on earth. From the tiny bumblebee bat – which could rest comfortably on your index finger – to the giant golden-crowned flying fox with its 1.5-metre wingspan, they are evolutionary marvels, adapted to practically every environment. The Genius Bat brings to life these amazing creatures, as well as the obsessive and sometimes eccentric people who study them. From muddy rainforests to star-covered deserts, from guest houses in Thailand to museum drawers full of fossils in New York, this is an eye-opening account of a remarkable animal. 'A marvellous book.' Nancy Simmons, Curator of Mammalogy, American Museum of Natural History'Fascinating... Yovel clearly explains bats' vital contributions to a healthier planet.' Merlin Tuttle, author of The Secret Lives of Bats and founder of Bat Conservation International
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25,00 €

RSPB A Little Bird Told Me


The perfect, fun-filled Christmas gift for birdwatching enthusiastsDid you know that a bird''s visible ''knees'' are actually its ankles?Have you ever noticed that owls don''t have eyeballs - they have eye tubes instead?Did you know that millions of house martins disappear in winter? A Little Bird Told Me will answer all your burning questions about British birds. You''ll never run out of wonderful facts to impress your friends and family!This beautiful, illustrated gift book is a dip-in-and-out collection of bird-related trivia, with a mix of science, history, pop culture and everything in between.The book covers birds synonymous with Christmas, activities in the winter, holiday traditions, history, culture and more. Perfect for birdwatchers of all ages, this fun-filled book is the best gift for anyone wanting to learn more about our feathered friends.
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22,99 €

Rod Rage


This humorous collection of illustrations depicts the trout angler''s anguish and anticipation in pursuit of the ''gentle art''. The book''s author and illustrator Paul Dady believes that ''Fishing doesn''t actually clear the mind. It does, however, given the opportunity, tend to clutter it with altogether more agreeable stuff ... usually.'' From knots to lucky underwear and appalling hauling to woeful weather, many ''trouters'' will identify with the scenarios featured in this quirky portrayal. Contrasting cartoon styles convey the different moods of each scene and are guaranteed to catch the reader''s attention. This is the perfect gift book for trout anglers by one who knows the sport well.
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19,99 €

Prečo si vaša mačka myslí, že ste idiot


Zistite, prečo sa na vás mačka pozerá, akoby ste sa úplne zbláznili! Máte pocit, že sa vaši štvornohí chlpáči občas tvária, akoby ste boli úplne padnutí na hlavu? V tejto zábavnej knihe vám samotné mačky vysvetlia, prečo nad vami občas ohŕňajú ňufák. Zábavná príručka Prečo mačky nechápu vaše prejavy lásky? Prečo dnes nechcú dobrotu, na ktorej si včera pochutnávali? Prečo je rozbitá váza vaša vina? A prečo o tom, kedy sa začína a končí hra, rozhoduje mačka, nie vy? Ak žijete s mačkou pod jednou strechou, mali by ste pochopiť, že pánom domu je ona. Vďaka tejto vtipnej knihe Sama Harta ľahko pochopíte mačaciu logiku. Nápadité kresby Kniha je plná originálnych ilustrácií, ktoré vám priblížia myslenie vašej mačky aj jej správanie. Autorom kresieb je Fin Kendall.
Na sklade 3Ks
9,40 €

Prečo si váš pes myslí, že ste hrdina


Zistite, prečo ste pre vášho psa skutočným superhrdinom! Zábavná kniha pre všetkých milovníkov psov, v ktorej vám sami štvornohí priatelia objasnia, prečo sa na vás pozerajú s rešpektom. Zábavná príručka Ako sa stanete stredobodom vesmíru vášho psa? Prečo vás tak obdivuje? Aké spoločné hry ho bavia najviac? A prečo s vami tak rád chodí na prechádzky? Vtipná príručka Sama Harta vás prevedie psou logikou. Nápadité kresby Kniha je plná originálnych ilustrácií, ktoré vám priblížia myslenie aj správanie vášho psa – ľahko tak pochopíte, prečo ste preňho skrátka jednotka! Autorom kresieb je Fin Kendall.
Na sklade 2Ks
9,40 €

Bob the Robin


The story of an incredible friendship between one man and a wild robin, and a beautiful celebration of Britain’s favorite bird"When a robin appears, a loved one is near" In 2019, Tony Putman was working as a gardener in Edenbridge, Kent, when he noticed a bold robin sitting on a branch of an old plum tree. The robin glanced in his direction as he approached, but he didn't move, so Tony grabbed his camera and took a photo. This would be the first of hundreds of photos that Tony would take of Bob the robin - and the start of an extraordinary friendship that would last for years. As Tony shared his pictures on his social media account, Putman and Robin, he witnessed an outpouring the love - not just for Bob, but for robins everywhere, who populate our gardens with song and movement even on the direst winter days. In this book, Tony shares his touching journey with Bob, and tells the story of our unwavering affection for these magnificent creatures. This is an informative book about the life of a robin, as well as a beautiful love letter to these spirited and lively birds - who offer us a connection with nature, a moment of contact and a great source of comfort and joy.
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14,99 €

Ursula K. Le Guin's Book of Cats


Includes the hard-to-find The Art of Bunditsu, plus 30+ other delights from a lifetime of reflection on the mystery and magic of cats 'The presence of a cat keeps me in touch with the mystery, the unreasonableness, the beauty, the stubborn wildness of the nonhuman world.' In her life as in her art, Ursula K. Le Guin was fascinated by the feline. This irresistable book about cats gathers poems, mediations, and drawings dedicated to the complicated creature that her captured her imagination. Here are: The Art of Bunditsu, Le Guin's hard-to-find 'tabbist' meditation on the arranging of cats 26 cat poems, many illustrated by Le Guin herself The Historic First Issue! of Le Guin's one-of-a-kind cat comic book, Supermouse Comix! Cat Correspondence: letters between Le Guin's cat and those of her daughter detailing the Five Deliberations that cats spend their lives studying Cat Tai Chi, as depicted in a charming series of drawings. A first-of-its-kind collection from a science fiction legend, this delightful purr-purri is a gift for cat lovers and Le Guin fans!
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22,45 €

Physics for Cats


What happens to a cat who goes through a wormhole? Tom Gauld returns with Physics for Cats, his second collection of science-based cartoons for the New Scientist. Find out why every scientist worth their sodium chloride has a Tom Gauld cartoon taped to their electron microscope. This new batch of hilarious gags will be as important to every self-respecting scientist as a lab coat and goggles and oversize rubber gloves. Find out what the hadron's news alert about CERN says! Everyone asks, "What is dark matter?" and "Where is dark matter?" but do they ever take the time to ask, "How is dark matter?" Based all on previous data, we can predict with a 99.99% certainty that you will either laugh, guffaw, chortle or snort (we don't have a large enough sample set to be able to say which particular type of mirth you will experience.)
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24,95 €

Husy a jejich chov


Tato odborná publikace je určena všem, kdo se chtějí věnovat chovu hus – ať už z užitkových, nebo zájmových důvodů. Autorky Iveta a Pavlína Prombergerovy, zkušené chovatelky, přehledně a srozumitelně představují celý cyklus chovu: od výběru plemene, přes ustájení, krmení a odchov housat až po využití husích produktů. Zvláštní pozornost je věnována různým plemenům hus, jejich nárokům a užitkovým vlastnostem, stejně jako chovatelské praxi, prevenci zdravotních problémů a celoroční péči. Kniha je doplněna o množství praktických rad a osobních zkušeností autorek. Věříme, že tato publikace určená drobnochovatelům a milovníkům hus přispěje k získání nevšedních zážitků a úspěchům v jejich chovu.
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29,32 €

Prečo sa včelám potia nohy a počúvajú kolenom


Včely medonosné sa všeobecne tešia širokej obľube – či už u včelárov či nevčelárov, vedcov i laikov, malých alebo veľkých. A niet sa čomu diviť, veď včely majú v rukáve celý rad neuveriteľných superschopností: učia sa jedna od druhej, premýšľajú, snívajú, plánujú, počítajú, ba dokonca vraj dokážu rozlíšiť jednotlivé výtvarné štýly alebo rozpoznávať ľudské tváre… A ako by to samo o sebe nestačilo, k tomu všetkému sú vraj navyšenajpracovitejšie zo všetkých opeľovačov! A vedci ďalej neúnavne odhaľujú ďalšie a ďalšie čriepky z ich zázračných schopností medonosných. Jeden z popredných výskumníkov včiel, profesor Jürgen Tautz, niektoré z týchto fascinujúcich faktov zhrnul v tejto knihe – zaujímavosti a fascinujúce čriepky, ktoré vás udivia, pobavia i ohromia.
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32,61 €

From Out of the Smokies


Knoxville native Charlie Tombras may be best known for founding nationally recognized advertising firm the Tombras Group, but in his moving memoir, From out of the Smokies: Stories of Fly Fishing and Life, he chronicles his personal journey, letting business take a backseat.   Born and raised in the Smokies, Tombras grew up exploring mountains and streams, fostering an appreciation for nature and fly fishing that would follow him through a tour of duty in Vietnam and into adulthood. With a relatable, often humorous storytelling style, Tombras recollects adventures spanning eight decades and the resulting lessons of friendship, loss, and love that he learned along the way. Emphasizing the value of hard work and perseverance, Tombras thoughtfully examines his lifelong love of fly fishing and leaves no stone unturned as he takes readers from childhood to adulthood with impressively vivid memories and captivating prose. From exhilarating tales of white water canoeing in Northern Labrador to grief-stricken seasons of loss, Tombras’s memoir explores a vast array of spirit and adventure that provides a nuanced portrait of a successful man—in business and in life.   Through his sporting adventures and other personal experiences, Tombras continues to learn how to weather storms in whatever shape they may take and how to grow in the face of adversity. Much like Tombras’s beloved rivers, From Out of the Smokies will inspire readers to accept and marvel at forces beyond our control.
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35,49 €

Hen Party


An illustrated compendium of common and rare breed chickens by the Sunday Times bestselling gardener It is my hope that this book will help you discover, or reconfirm, which chicken breeds are your favourites and encourage you to keep them yourself, or at least to remember them. Spotlighting more than fifty breeds of chicken, from the classy Ancona to the lavishly laced Wyandotte, Arthur Parkinson shares everything you need to know about each breed’s attributes, behaviour, quirks and qualities alongside gorgeous illustrations of his ‘ladies’. Later in the book he offers detailed advice that will equip you with the practical skills to look after hens in your own garden, whether the most common breeds or the most perilously rare – for as Arthur notes, if we don’t celebrate all hens great and small, the lesser-known varieties may well disappear. Joyful and inspiring, Hen Party is a riotous, clucking poultry show of a book for anyone dreaming of the good life.
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23,95 €

Pastevcovy zápisky 2


Strhující pokračování příběhů pastevců z Českého lesa vás vtáhne do světa, kde je každodennost plná napětí, syrovosti i poezie. Útoky jačic, střihání ovcí, boj s vlky a noční hlídky u stád – to vše zažijete na vlastní kůži. Tato kniha se nečte, ale prožívá. V divoké přírodě ztratíte pojem o čase a stanete se součástí stáda. Žádné včera ani zítra – jen teď.
Na sklade 1Ks
19,49 €

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Pocket Nature: Bird-Watching


A beginner-friendly and charmingly illustrated pocket guide to backyard birding.For amateur birdwatchers and aspiring ornithologists, this introductory book offers an easy way to delve into the awe-inspiring world of bird-watching, whether in a park, a forest, on a beach, or a front porch. In these pages, you?ll learn how to: Go where the birds are (or might be) Identify over twenty species of common and non-native North American birds through birdsong, nests, and appearance Create a bird-friendly habitat in your yard Engage in community programming to spread avian awareness Combining bird-watching basics with mindfulness exercises, Pocket Nature: Bird-Watching is a wonderful reminder that friendly faces are always around us?we just need to open our eyes and ears to find them.OUTDOOR FUN: Birding is an enjoyable pastime that gets you outside, moves your body, and calms your mind. With mindful activities sprinkled throughout, this portable guide is more than a birding how-to book; it is also an invitation to spend more time in nature and away from screens. GREAT GIFT BOOK: Petite, gorgeously illustrated, and written in an inviting and approachable way, this beginner?s guide makes a great gift or self-purchase for nature and bird lovers. Package the book with a pair of binoculars, a bird feeder, bird seed, or other books in the Pocket Nature series for a delightful anytime gift. COLLECTIBLE NATURE SERIES: The topics covered in the Pocket Nature series are perennial?mushrooms, bees, trees, flowers, beaches, clouds, and sunsets will always be there to enjoy and admire. With new titles coming out every season, there will be ever-new opportunities to grow a charming collection that looks great on your bookshelf.Perfect for: Birdwatchers, twitchers, and amateur backyard birders Anyone interested in learning more about birds and the history and how-to of bird-watching Nature and wildlife enthusiasts Mindfulness practitioners and meditators Birthday, holiday, housewarming, or seasonal gift for nature lovers
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13,49 €

John Henry Gurney


JohnHenry Gurney: A Passion for Birdsdetails the life of JohnHenry Gurney (1819-1890) who became a successful banker when still young. Hiswealth enabled him to indulge his passion for collecting natural historyspecimens, especially birds. A major supporter of the fledgling Norfolk andNorwich Museum, in 1853 he announced his intention to collect a series of everyspecies of bird of prey in the world, and to donate and display them in themuseum. Unfortunately, devastating events in his private and professional lifethreatened to derail his efforts. Nevertheless, he persisted in hisspecimen-collecting and ornithological studies and became a world-renownedexpert on birds of prey and the birds of southern Africa. Gurney named nearly30 bird species new to science and had several species named after him. He madesignificant and long-lasting contributions to bird identification and knowledgeof the distribution of many species. But why did he choose to collect and studybirds of prey in particular; how closely did he approach his goal and how muchdid it cost him? This book attempts to answer these questions. Published in association with the British Ornithologists' Club.
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49,99 €

An Inconvenience of Penguins


'An epic quest - in which the journey is at least as entertaining as the end result' - Stephen Moss, author of Ten Birds That Changed the World'Humorous, touching and refreshingly unsentimental' - Colin Thubron, author of Shadow of the Silk Road'Highly entertaining and gloriously obsessional' - Philip Hoare, author of Leviathan'A wise, rude, hilarious and oddly moving account' - Ed Caesar, author of The Moth and the Mountain~ ~ ~The problem started, as problems often do, with a penguin. From Kings and Emperors to Macaronis and Rockhoppers, penguins are one of the most immediately recognisable animals on Earth. Yet for all that familiarity, what do we really know about them? An Inconvenience of Penguins follows award-winning travel writer Jamie Lafferty as he visits all eighteen species in a bid to understand the birds and their extraordinarily varied habitats a little better. On voyages to some of the planet's most inaccessible and challenging landscapes, he recounts the history of our unique relationship with the world's most popular bird, telling not only the stories of the penguins, but also the people and places around them. From getting stranded in the Galapagos and marching through African guano fields to leading photography groups in the Antarctic and taking psychedelics on the Falklands, this is a birding quest like no other. Along the way, Lafferty relives the experiences of early polar explorers, for whom penguins were perplexing mysteries, welcome companions and even occasional meals, and meets the modern penguin lovers trying to save their fragile environments. Featuring cameos from a wide cast of characters including Ernest Shackleton, Charles Darwin and Sir Francis Drake, as well as beautiful photographs of each penguin species, An Inconvenience of Penguins is part love-letter to and part biography of these remarkable creatures.
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29,49 €

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V tejto kategórii nájdete rôznorodú literatúru, vrátane odborných príručiek o rôznych druhoch zvierat, ich biológii, správaní, potrebách a rôznych spôsoboch chovu a starostlivosti o ne.

Okrem toho sa kategória zameriava aj na tému lovu a poskytuje knihy o technikách lovu, výstroji a lovných zbraniach. Tieto knihy obsahujú užitočné rady, tipy a pokyny pre loveckých nadšencov a poľovníkov.

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