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The Deer Stalker’s Bedside Book provides an entertaining read for
every deer enthusiast, whether experienced stalker, novice who
would like to learn more, or indeed anyone who has an interest in
these enigmatic and graceful creatures. Packed with a wealth of
information – factual, practical, historical and biological –
as well as anecdotes, advice, stalking tales, trivia and
quotations, all backed up with personal observations and
experiences, this expertly researched and authoritative book offers
something for everyone. This treasury of all things deer is
presented in an articulate, accessible and often humorous style,
enabling the author to share his knowledge, experience and
enthusiasm for the subject in an effortless and absorbing way.
Above all, this is a book to enjoy, to savour and to return to,
again and again!
A Guide to the Deer of the World is a long-overdue review of deer
as we understand them today and includes several species which have
only recently become known to science. Writing for a wide
readership in a straightforward and easily accessible style,
Charles Smith-Jones has produced an authoritative and attractive
reference work with a strong conservation focus. Lavishly
illustrated throughout in colour, the guide looks at deer
evolution, biology and lifestyles in general before covering each
of the fifty-five true deer, seven musk deer and ten chevrotain
species as well as their subspecies in more detail with
photographs, general information and distribution maps. In
addition, there are fact boxes which include descriptions of
individual recognition features, habitats, behaviour, breeding and
conservation issues for each member of this widely diverse and
fascinating group of animals. Forming an iconic and important part
of almost all the world's ecosystems, many of the species featured
are elusive and only very rarely photographed or observed. Any
areas of taxonomical confusion and ongoing discussion are
highlighted in readily understandable terms. This book will have a
valued place in the library or on the coffee table of any nature
lover or deer enthusiast.
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