Following his tremendous success in 2013 with The Ancient Pinewoods of Scotland, Clifton Bain now turns his attention to the mixed oak, birch and other woodlands that line the west coasts of Scotland, Northern England, Wales and Ireland. Correctly described as a rainforest, these trees take a higher rainfall than some areas of the Brazilian rainforest. Since the Ice Age, they have provided resource for the human population, habitat for animals and birds, and acted as a lung for the planet. Published to the same high standards as The Ancient Pinewoods of Scotland, The Rainforests of Britain and Ireland is illustrated with maps, original artwork and travel guidance.
About the author
Clifton Bain lives in Edinburgh and has over 25 years of experience working on environmental issues with the wildlife charity RSPB. Now Director of the IUCN Peatland Programme, his writing gives a personal and passionate insight into the human interventions that have shaped Scotland's wildlife and landscape. As a firm beleiver that conservation relies on people enjoying nature, Clifton is keen to share the experiences of his many travels around the country's natural treasures.
Publisher: - Sandstone Press - more
Code: - ISBN: 9781910124260
Year: - 2015 Nov
Authors: - Clifton Bain
Availability: - Out of stock