Too good not to share. One of my birthday presents received last week. This book is really special.
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The illustrations in the book are gorgeous. Each bird's characteristics have been described perfectly by the artist. Matt Sewell obviously loves birds and describes them with humour and detail.
The watercolour illustrations are quirky and are useful for identification. The descriptions are great fun however they may not be scientific enough for seasoned bird watchers.
However, it makes a beautiful gift for bird lovers who enjoy art and illustration too. I am completely enamoured with the book and am delighted my family know me so well.
Take a look I promise you won't be disappointed.
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Lately I've been enjoying the gorgeous weather we've been gifted. You've got to live in the moment here. Irish weather is often inclement so the wise among us take full advantage of sunshine when we can.
I've decided to leave 52 weeks of happy this week and double up next week. Less screen time equals more sun time.
Thanks for all the lovely comments recently. They make my day.
Never heard of this book but looks great. I love the idea. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeletelove that you're having less screen time this week. enjou the weather.
ReplyDeletehere in South Australia we're right into winter and I'm loving the change. Grey sky, clouds, rain drops. It's all so beautiful.
Firstly, many happy belated returns! And what a beautiful book, I must check it out. Enjoy the sunshine, we need it so much. x
ReplyDeleteI'll check it out the book. My husband loves birds and that could be a fun Father's Day present for him. Thanks for sharing. :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely book, we have the old fashioned I-Spy book on the kitchen windowsill to identify the birds in the garden this is far more impressive. Enjoy the sun shine while you can. Sarah x
ReplyDeleteFantastic book, we have some lovely birds visiting us....just wish they would stay still long enough to take pictures of them! :) x
ReplyDeleteThey do look like gorgeous illustrations, might have to have a peek
ReplyDeleteoh, how lovely...and happy birthday! I have a bird phobia in real life, but I love the watercolour illustrated versions x
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely book ... will be adding to my wishlist! M x
ReplyDeleteI have recently discovered Matt Sewell's work and have added that book and his new one, Our Songbirds, to my wishlist. I love how full of humour his work is.
ReplyDeleteYou enjoy that precious sun while you can - the internet can wait! xx
Have you seen that Molly Makes have a new book out on birds? X
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful book! And here's me saying I'll start reading from my stash and try to go without buying a book for a year. Can I do it? Probably not when the blogosphere abounds with links to books I covet!
ReplyDeleteHope the sun's still shining :)
Oh that looks right up my street! Have you been watching Spring Watch? :) xx
ReplyDeleteAw, I missed your birthday, sorry lovely lady, I hope you had a great one. Your book looks ace, I might have to put that on my list too. I am really loving watching the swallows soar and dive above our house on these warm evenings but I know little about them so now I know where to look! x
ReplyDeleteHope the sun is still shining for you. That looks like my kind of book! :)
ReplyDeleteThat looks like such a lovely book. Enjoy the sunshine!
ReplyDeleteM x
What a lovely book. My eldest, who's nine, is a mad bird-watcher; he'd love that I think. Hope you all have a lovely weekend in the sunshine.
ReplyDeleteSoooo I was reading this post at work the other day and accidentally went on to amazon and bought the book. oopps, can't wait for it to arrive! - Annie
ReplyDeleteWhat a gorgeous book...and you have had the sun to enjoy it. What a perfect birthday present. xx
ReplyDeleteThat looks like such a beautiful book and happy belated birthday Bee.
ReplyDeleteNina x
I've seen this book, the illustrations are lovely, I was very tempted! I have a bird book open on my mantle piece and every now and again I change the page! enjoy, Heather x
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