IF you’ve ever wanted to catch a snake, trap a shrew or find out how fungi reproduce, you’ll find the answer in Nick Baker’s lively and entertaining book. The New Amateur Naturalist is packed with suggestions on how best to explore the natural world, and its author leaves no stone unturned (there might be a millipede underneath it). If you are trying to wean teenagers off their iPods, or want a present for a retiring banker with an inquisitive mind, this is your book.
The New Amateur Naturalist
Collins
