Yesterday marked the ‘official’ start date of autumn and rain and gloomy skies have made a prompt appearance! But autumn can be lovely – and here is the book that should accompany you on your walks, even if only from your armchair!
The text by E.L. Grant is ambling, yet informative. But what makes this extra special are the the evocative illustrations
by C.F. Tunnicliffe, RA (1901-1979), who was one of the acclaimed wildlife illustrators of his time.
I will mostly let the illustrations speak for themselves but there are also excerpts of the text. Look and Learn!
From the book 
Spotted just yesterday
It’s not quite time for storms and gales – here’s a soft goodbye from summer (taken yesterday) to gently ease you into the ‘cooler’ time of year.
Another brilliant and lovely read. Thank you!
Thank you! x
The Ladybird books are just so adorable with their illustrations, and bring back many happy memories whenever I see them. Really must try and find the handful I still have and grab some pics. I like the text here too – it goes into a lot of detail about nature but keeps it simple, and the artist has put so many elements of nature into each piece. Yes, real gems the Ladybird books. Thanks for sharing 🙂
What a wonderful book! I love the illustrations!
These are absolutely beautiful! While I knew swans are somewhat evil, I need to look up this whole drowning thing now?!? 🙁
Yes, I didn’t know about the nasty side of swans and have now looked it up – it seems to happen but only rarely.. Still, quite gruesome!
The Media coverage was pretty bizarre, too. I’ve learned about Mr Nasty and a few more. Hannibal Swan has an own Wiki entry!