{"product_id":"rspb-birds-collection-2-books-set-british-field-guides-paperback","title":"RSPB Birds Collection 2 Books Set - British Birds Field Guides - Non Fiction - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTitles in This Set\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nRSPB Pocket Guide to British Birds\u003cbr\u003e\nRSPB Handbook of British Birds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nCondition: Brand New\u003cbr\u003e\nFormat: Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\nPublisher: Bloomsbury Wildlife\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis two-book RSPB collection brings together a pair of trusted field guides for anyone who wants to identify and understand the birds of Britain. The RSPB Pocket Guide to British Birds by Simon Harrap is a compact, take-anywhere companion covering 215 of the most commonly seen species, with clear illustrations and quick identification notes. The RSPB Handbook of British Birds by Peter Holden and Tim Cleeves goes further, profiling 280 species with detailed notes on behavior, breeding, and population. Together in paperback, these two guides form a well-rounded reference for garden birdwatchers, students, and dedicated birders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Books\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis RSPB collection pairs two complementary field guides for birdwatchers of every level. The RSPB Pocket Guide to British Birds, written by Simon Harrap with the RSPB, is built for portability, with a compact trim size and lightweight paperback binding that slips easily into a coat pocket or backpack. It covers 215 frequently encountered species, with concise notes on plumage, calls, and habitat, plus small distribution maps and clear illustrations for quick identification in the field.\n\nThe RSPB Handbook of British Birds, by Peter Holden and Tim Cleeves, is the deeper reference of the pair. Covering 280 species, it moves beyond basic identification into behavior, breeding biology, longevity, and population trends, with illustrations and maps that support careful comparison between similar-looking species. Used together, the pocket guide handles the quick call in the field while the handbook supplies context for closer study, making the pair equally useful for a beginner and an experienced birder building a home reference shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo complementary guides: a compact pocket guide for the field and a fuller handbook for home study\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCovers up to 280 British bird species with clear illustrations and distribution maps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConcise notes on plumage, calls, and habitat for fast, accurate spotting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeeper profiles on behavior, breeding biology, and population status\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight paperback formats that travel easily in a pocket or backpack\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA trusted reference for beginners, families, and experienced birders alike\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook-by-Book Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nRSPB Pocket Guide to British Birds — A compact, illustrated guide to 215 common species, built for quick identification on the move.\u003cbr\u003e\nRSPB Handbook of British Birds — A detailed reference profiling 280 species, covering behavior, breeding, and population alongside identification notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Authors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis set brings together three respected voices in British birdwatching. Simon Harrap is a naturalist and author with extensive field experience identifying birds in Britain and beyond, known for clear, practical identification guides. Peter Holden has long been associated with the RSPB and has written widely on British birds for general readers. Tim Cleeves is a naturalist recognized for combining careful field observation with accessible writing on bird identification. Together, their experience underpins a set built to help birdwatchers of every level build lasting confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love This Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nPerfect for birthdays, holiday gifting, or a thoughtful gift for the nature lover in your life, this RSPB set pairs a grab-and-go pocket guide with a richer home reference. It's an easy way to turn a garden, park, or weekend hike into a chance to learn something new about Britain's birds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease Note: This is the UK edition with the ISBN as listed; the cover may vary slightly from the image shown.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Various Authors","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56820955447670,"sku":"VRT-U290720-9789124046255","price":34.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0575\/6587\/2211\/files\/rspb-birds-collection-various-authors-paperback.jpg?v=1785437467","url":"https:\/\/skymartbooks.com\/products\/rspb-birds-collection-2-books-set-british-field-guides-paperback","provider":"Skymart Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}