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The Essential Guide to Beachcombing and the Strandline by Julie Hatcher, Steve Trewhella (Paperback, 2019)
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From time immemorial people have been drawn to the beach to collect practical resources as well as mysterious objects that have fuelled myth and folklore - it is our inherent hunter-gatherer instinct. Whether you are a seasoned beachcomber, a casual visitor or an enthusiastic naturalist this book will satisfy your curiosity about the treasures found cast up on the beach strandline, be it a pretty seashell, a spent eggcase, a seaweed frond or an exotic ocean voyager. Every find has a story to tell and we aim to answer the questions that arise from each beachcombing discovery - what is it and where has it come from? Clear photographs and descriptions are accompanied by information about the natural history of the animals and plants you encounter. Even man-made debris can offer a fascinating introduction to the workings of the ocean and illustrate how items discarded in Africa or America can wash ashore on a British beach.The beach strandline is often overlooked as a wildlife habitat but is home to a unique community of flora and fauna, many found nowhere else. It is understudied and under threat, facing a variety of man-made problems. In this book you will find a comprehensive account of the animals and plants that make up this rich and ever-changing oasis of life in the otherwise harsh environment of the beach. The more we understand the delicate nature of the strandline the more we can do to nurture and protect it.But beware - beachcombing can be an addictive pleasure! Make sure you pack this book every time you visit the beach - there is always something new to discover, whether on a nocturnal strandline safari, making seaweed whistles or hunting minibeasts with pots and pooters. Emmerse yourself in the beachcombing experience; the wind in your face, the smell of salt spray, the roar of the ocean; it's an assault on the senses, the perfect tonic - and this book is your essential guide.Product Identifiers
PublisherWild Nature Press
ISBN-139780957394674
eBay Product ID (ePID)233656673
Product Key Features
Book TitleThe Essential Guide to Beachcombing and the Strandline
AuthorJulie Hatcher, Steve Trewhella
FormatPaperback
LanguageEnglish
TopicGeography & Geosciences, Wildlife, Natural History, Science
Publication Year2019
TypeTextbook
Number of Pages304 Pages
Dimensions
Item Height486mm
Item Width556mm
Item Weight666g
Additional Product Features
Title_AuthorSteve Trewhella, Julie Hatcher
Country/Region of ManufactureUnited Kingdom
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- 10 Feb, 2024
Books open ones eyes!
This book is me to a t! I am always looking to expand my knowledge of and interaction with,the natural World,and literature is a compelling tool in opening one's eyes to fresh fields of interest.This book has done just that.From a strict interest in avian species only,I am now enthralled with everything from anemones to seaweeds to lichens.Without a book like this,my eyes would have remained forever shut!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 23 Apr, 2020
Now if only I could go to the beach!
Great book about strand lines and what to find there. When lockdown is over pls come to Pembrokeshire and explore. This book would be a valuable addition to your collection.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 09 Jun, 2020
Brilliant book
Absolutely immaculate copy of the book. Loving it. Just what every avid beachcomber needs in her backpack.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 24 Jul, 2019
Excellent content
Very comprehensive book on all things to do with the beachVerified purchase: YesCondition: New
