The No1 Ethical retailer for Books, CD’s, DVD’s & Games
30 Day Refund Guarantee

Penguins: Close Encounters

Penguins: Close Encounters

by David Tipling (Author), David Tipling (Author)

  • Used

    Hardcover 2014

    $3.47
Synopsis

The vibrant and exciting world of penguins is shown in all its glory in this new book from renowned wildlife photographer David Tipling, who has trekked to remote and beautiful locations to capture birds in their natural habitat going about their daily lives. Moments rarely caught by humans have been preserved on film and reproduced in glorious full-colour images. Penguins: Close Encounters showcases 140 amazing photographs of birds in the wild, and a short description accompanies each image. The book has coverage of all of the world's 17 penguin species - including a comprehensive `penguin fact file' section at the end - and chapters cover all aspects of their lives and behaviour. This book is a celebration of these birds and a photographic study that is sure to captivate any bird lover or wildlife photography enthusiast.

$3.47

Save:$23.31 (87%)

Quantity

1 in stock

More Information

Format: Hardcover
 Pages: 160
 Publisher: Bloomsbury Natural History
Published: 25 Sep 2014
ISBN 10: 1472910001
ISBN 13: 9781472910004
Book Overview: Showcases 140 photographs of birds in the wild, and a short description accompanies each image. This book features all the world's 17 penguin species - including a comprehensive 'penguin fact file' section at the end - and chapters that also cover all aspects of their lives and behaviour.

Media Reviews
An intimate and revealing study of these charismatic birds * BBC Wildlife *
a set of truly outstanding pictures...this book is ample confirmation of the true wonders still to be found on our fast-shrinking planet. * Rare Bird Alert *
this book is an excellent addition to the coffee table of biologists and non-biologists alike. ...almost every image will bring a smile to your face. * Biologist *
it's hard to imagine anyone better to capture [Penguins] on camera than David Tipling...stunning images * Birdwatching *
This charming book is a visual celebration of all 17 species of penguin. David Tipling's affection and knowledge for these characterful birds is evident throughout. * Outdoor Photography *
a wonderful new book * Sunday Express *
Author Bio
David Tipling has worked as a freelance wildlife photographer since 1992 and one of his specialities is the birds of southern oceans. His work has featured in countless magazines and newspapers and he has been author or commissioned photographer for more than 40 books on birds and wildlife photography. He lives in Holt, Norfolk.