It has been a great year for natural history publishing, with the release of long-awaited texts and surprise best-sellers. From nature writing to ID guides, this list comprises the very best natural history books of 2018 which we feel stand out for their novelty, insight, and accessibility.
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Handbook of Western Palearctic Birds: Passerines (2-Volume Set) £130.00 |
Climate Change and British Wildlife £29.99 |
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Gulls of the World: A Photographic Guide £27.99 |
Handbook of the Bees of the British Isles (2-Volume Set)
£130.00 |
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Wilding: The Return of Nature to an English Farm £14.99 |
Field Guide to the Ladybirds of Britain and Ireland Hbk. £37.99 |
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£39.99 |
Lichens: An Illustrated Guide to the British and Irish Species Hbk. £34.99 Pbk. £49.99 |
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| Canids of the World: Wolves, Wild Dogs, Foxes, Jackals, Coyotes, and Their Relatives £19.99 |
Sphagnum Mosses: The Stars of European Mires £89.99 |
Some of these books have been decades in the making and combine the expertise of leading scientists, illustrators and photographers to reach fruition. This list offers a small insight into our diverse range of wildlife, ecology and conservation titles, visit our new website to browse the full catalogue.
What was your ‘best’ book published in 2018? We would love to know: please tell us in the comments section, or just email us at customer.services@nhbs.com
All price are correct up until 31st December 2018.