Covers 100 of the most familiar breeds of chickens in Europe and North America, with concise text about each one and illustrated with delightful paintings by the author. The text covers the history of each breed, its main characteristics, and information about looking after them. Introductory chapters on poultry-rearing and husbandry are included.
Written and presented in the same style as 2013's popular An Illustrated Country Year, Celia Lewis's beautiful new book covers the wildlife found on and around the seashore, above and underwater. Illustrated throughout with Celia's gorgeous watercolors and linocuts, the book is broken up into seasons, each featuring illustrations of flowers, insects, animals, fish, birds, shells, and all sea-related species found during that time of year. Celia's insight provides an enchanting new way to explore the coasts of the United Kingdom and northern Europe. Within each season are sections on what you might see or pick up during a walk along the tideline or along a coastal path, as well as tips for what to look out for and how to forage with using what you might find. Also included are inspiring craft projects suitable for all ages and tasty recipes by some of the best seafood chefs. Other sections include What's Flowering (wild flowers and grasses), How-Tos (e.g. how to read a tide table, how to recognize cloud formations), What's the Difference? (e.g. gulls, flat fish, etc.), and What's This? (identification guides for beachcombed items, such as mermaid's purse, etc). An Illustrated Coastal Year highlights all the flora and fauna to look for when you visit the coast and is perfect to dip into before or after any trip to the seashore.
This guide explores thirty-eight popular pig breeds found in North America and Europe, detailing their characteristics and care requirements. It provides insights into raising pigs, including tips on feeding, housing, and health management. Ideal for both novice and experienced farmers, the book emphasizes practical advice and breed-specific information to help readers successfully rear pigs for various purposes.
Featuring detailed illustrations of one hundred chicken breeds from North America and Europe, this book offers insights into their physical traits and behaviors. It provides practical advice on essential aspects of chicken care, including housing, fencing, feeding, and breeding, making it a comprehensive guide for poultry enthusiasts.
An Illustrated Country Year - Nature uncovered month by month is perfect for nature lovers and everyone who enjoys spending time in the countryside.Dip into it at any time of year, especially before a walk or after day trips, and discover something new about the natural world.Informative and entertaining sections will enlighten you on the nature to be found every month, all illustrated in the author’s beautiful watercolour and ink paintings.Discover what’s flowering and what else you might come across on a country walk each month, learn how to tell the differences between similar species, like frogs and toads, and transform the foraged finds from your walks into jewellery or decorations for your home, or even something tasty to eat.Each month includes did you know features on a selection of our most interesting species of bird, plant and animal, helpful tips on how to improve your nature detective skills, as well as interesting snippets of country lore.Celia Lewis reveals all this and much more as she uncovers some of nature’s secrets in her latest captivating book.
Covers the most familiar breeds of cattle in Europe and North America, with concise text about each one and illustrated with delightful paintings by the author.
Focusing on over 70 chicken breeds, this guide offers essential insights for current and prospective chicken keepers. It provides practical information on feeding, housing, and welfare, along with user-friendly keys for breed selection. Highlighting chickens as low-maintenance pets, the book emphasizes their adaptability to urban living and their engaging personalities, making them ideal companions for small spaces.