If your still need to get a present for someone and you know they enjoy gardening or nature, then here are some great books that could be ideal gifts. You can still order on Amazon for guaranteed Christmas Delivery if you order befor 1pm on Saturday the 22nd. And most of these books should be available in bookshops that will be open until Christmas Eve teatime.
If your reading this after Christmas Day, but have a book token or some money to spend , go on treat yourself!
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Qi - The Book of Animal Ignorance
The BBC2 Qi team have created an off-road safari through a hundred of the most interesting members of the animal kingdom, armed with illuminating illustrations and diagrams by award-winning artist Ted Dewan.
Earth - The Power of the Planet
A fascinating illustrated guide to how our planet works to accompany a landmark BBC science series. The book tells the epic story of the birth, life and future of our amazing planet.
The Nature of Britain
A practical guide to British wildlife written by Alan Titchmarsh, the book offers the reader a closer look at the animals and plants of Britain's landscape, ranging from Mountains, Lakes, Forests and Seashores to Urban Landscapes.It paints a beautiful contemporary portrait of Britains wildlife, and features fascinating essays on each habitat, followed by identification guides to the species that can be found in each one.
Landscape Photographer of the Year, AA
A visually inspiring coffee table book that showcases the shortlisted and winning photographs from the first major Landscape Photographer of the Year competition. 'Take a view', the Landscape Photographer of the Year competition, is the brainchild of Charlie Waite, one of today's most respected landscape photographers. Together with AA Publishing, he has created this prestigious competition and award. With a total prize fund exceeding GBP 20,000, plus a six-week exhibition at the National Theatre in London, 'Take a view' is set to become a desirable annual competition for photographers of all ages for years to come. Britain's heritage is celebrated by people around the world and entries are welcome from everyone, whether resident in Britain or simply visiting, as long as the image is of the British Isles.
RHS Encyclopedia of Gardening
A 750 page blockbuster covering everything you need to know about gardening produced by the expert team at the Royal Horticultural Society. Professional advice on growing, design and management of your garden, with great illustrations and photographs. An ideal addition to any greenhouse or garden or allotment shed for when your having a tea break or waiting for a shower to blow over.
Food For Free
A perfect stocking filler for ramblers and cooks. This Collins Gem can easily be carried in a coat pocket and will help identify over 100 edible plants, berries and mushrooms that can found in the British countryside. The book also give recipe ideas for each plant and advice on when to pick, how to pick and regulations on picking.
The RSPB Children's Guide to Birdwatching
A great introduction to Birdwatching written in a style that will make the hobby exciting and with great images. The book informs young readers on what equipment they need, how to identify different birds and where to go to spot them.
Collins Save Cash and Save the Planet: Published in Association with Friends of the Earth
With worries about the economy this could be the perfect read for someone who considers 'green living' to be an expensive lifestyle. The book is packed with ideas that will not only reduce your impact on the environment but also help improve your finances.
Cool Camping Series
Camping is undergoing a resurgence in recent years as people want 'to get back to nature', its about as low impact on tourist areas as you can get. Imagine if for the last 30 years we all had just camped in the Costa Del Sol, it would still be a wild coastline not a concrete jungle. The books cover England, Scotland and Wales with another on camp cooking with Bear Grylls as a contributor.
