Was Beethoven a Birdwatcher? A quirky look at birds in history and culture

Quirky by name, and definitely quirky by nature! A great bed-time read. Best summed up on the cover: “Worshipped as gods and damned as agent of the Devil in equal measure, birds have also fostered scientific breakthroughs and even helped provoke a war. This entertaining guide is full of fascinating insights into the humble bird’s surprisingly large role in history and culture.”

Book reviewed by Su Gough