Synopses & Reviews
All over the world, Scotland's magnificently varied scenery and unique wildlife are praised. This book provides a fascinating overview of the country's plants, animals, bird and marine life. Thirty-two pages of striking color wildlife photos by leading UK wildlife photographer Laurie Campbell add to the already-descriptive nature of this book. Get answers to questions such as: are wildcats really wild? Where would you go to see a wild pink primrose? And much more.
Synopsis
Scotland is now recognised internationally for its varied scenery and unique wildlife. This illustrated pocket-sized guide provides information for walkers, naturalists, or lovers of Scotland's natural assets. Detailed information on key sites to vist is presented alongside clear regional maps, with an overview of the country's plants, animals, bird and marine life against the background of their natural settings.
Description
Includes bibliographical references.
About the Author
James McCarthy is Professor of Health Management and Policy, and Dean of the School of Health and Human Services, University of New Hampshire.- Magnus Magnusson authored more than 30 books, made several TV programs on Iceland and the Vikings, and translated the "Vinland Sagas" and many other sagas into English.
- Mark Harrison has a Bachelor's degree in Medieval Studies from Lancaster University. He is a Curator at the Royal Armouries, Tower of London and has a strong interest in the early medieval world. He lives in Colchester, UK.
- Ian Heath is a highly respected author, currently working on a five-volume project covering the armies of 19th-century Asia. Ian lives in Cambridgeshire
- Keith Durham lives in Northumberland. He has had a lifelong interest in the Vikings and their ships.
- Ren? Chartrand and has been senior curator with Canada's National Historic Sites for nearly three decades, he is now a freelance writer and historical consultant. He lives in Quebec.
The author lives in Glasgow, Scotla