About the book
A lyrical celebration of birdsong, and the rekindling of a deep passion for nature.
'At this time of year, blackbirds never simply fly: instead, like reluctantly retired officers, they're always \"on manoeuvres\", and it's easy to see from their constant agitation that for them every flower bed is a bunker, every shed a redoubt and every hedge-bottom a potential place of ambush'
As the world went silent in lockdown, something else happened; for the first time, many of us started becoming more aware of the spring sounds of the birds around us. Birdsong in a Time of Silence is a lyrical, uplifting reflection on these sounds and what they mean to us.
From a portrait of the blackbird - most prominent and articulate of the early spring singers - to explorations of how birds sing, the science behind their choice of song and nest-sites, and the varied meanings that people have brought to and taken from birdsong, this book ultimately shows that natural history and human history cannot be separated. It is the story of a collective reawakening brought on by the strangest of springs.
Editions of Birdsong in a Time of Silence
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780141995700
- EBook
- ISBN 9780241493021
- AudioStreaming
- ISBN 9780241521687
Read an Excerpt
A lyrical celebration of birdsong, and the rekindling of a deep passion for nature.
'At this time of year, blackbirds never simply fly: instead, like reluctantly retired officers, they're always \"on manoeuvres\", and it's easy to see from their constant agitation that for them every flower bed is a bunker, every shed a redoubt and every hedge-bottom a potential place of ambush'
As the world went silent in lockdown, something else happened; for the first time, many of us started becoming more aware of the spring sounds of the birds around us. Birdsong in a Time of Silence is a lyrical, uplifting reflection on these sounds and what they mean to us.
From a portrait of the blackbird - most prominent and articulate of the early spring singers - to explorations of how birds sing, the science behind their choice of song and nest-sites, and the varied meanings that people have brought to and taken from birdsong, this book ultimately shows that natural history and human history cannot be separated. It is the story of a collective reawakening brought on by the strangest of springs.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Birdsong in a Time of Silence about?
A lyrical celebration of birdsong, and the rekindling of a deep passion for nature.
'At this time of year, blackbirds never simply fly: instead, like reluctantly retired officers, they're always \"on manoeuvres\", and it's easy to see from their constant agitation that for them every flower bed is a bunker, every shed a redoubt and every hedge-bottom a potential place of ambush'
As the world went silent in lockdown, something else happened; for the first time, many of us started becoming more aware of the spring sounds of the birds around us. Birdsong in a Time of Silence is a lyrical, uplifting reflection on these sounds and what they mean to us.
From a portrait of the blackbird - most prominent and articulate of the early spring singers - to explorations of how birds sing, the science behind their choice of song and nest-sites, and the varied meanings that people have brought to and taken from birdsong, this book ultimately shows that natural history and human history cannot be separated. It is the story of a collective reawakening brought on by the strangest of springs.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Birdsong in a Time of Silence?
Lifestyle, Hobbies and Leisure > Nature and the natural world: general interest > Wildlife: general interest > Wildlife: birds and birdwatching: general interest
Where can I read a sample of Birdsong in a Time of Silence?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780141995700
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Birdsong in a Time of Silence?
Steven Lovatt
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Birdsong in a Time of Silence is available as paperback(ISBN 9780141995700) and ebook(ISBN 9780241493021) and audiostreaming(ISBN 9780241521687)
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