Practical notes for anyone who wants to help birds: watching, planting and taking part.
What you actually need to start birdwatching, from kit and guides to the habits that matter most.
A beginner's guide to using binoculars, from understanding the numbers to holding a steady view of a bird.
A step-by-step method for identifying birds in the field, from size and behaviour to song and habitat.
Common myths about bird protection, examined one by one, and what is actually the case.
How to plan and plant a garden that gives birds food, water and shelter through every season.