A reprint of one of Mike Tomkies' classic wilderness books. Includes an appreciation of his life and work and a celebration of nature at its most rugged and spectacular.

All about ospreys - best seller and widely acclaimed book by a top expert

It is the story of how we came to make this, our greatest mistake - and how, if we act now, we can yet put it right.We have one final chance to create the perfect home for ourselves and restore the wonderful world we inherited.' All we need is the will to do so.'

In 1697 Martin Martin, a Gaelic-speaking scholar from Skye, travelled to St Kilda to study the island's flora and fauna and to learn about the now extinct great auk. Much of the information that he gathered during this expedition was relayed to him by the islanders.

Study of otters

Summary of eagles, their classification and folklore, focusing on the Sea Eagle group. Provides a background to the reintroduction of the White-tailed Sea Eagle to Scotland and the UK. Current status of Sea Eagles in the UK and the economic benefits.