New Arrival: Female Heroes of Bird Conservation https://www.buteobooks.com/product/15251.html Low, Rosemary. $39.99 Many people can bring to mind women renowned for animal conservation, but few would be able to name a woman whose efforts have been dedicated to the conservation of birds. Rosemary Low's stunning and informative book Female Heroes of Bird Conservation rectifies this injustice. Beautifully produced, its one hundred photographs include fascinating historical images, as well as colorful pictures of bird species and their saviors. An avian expert in her own right, Rosemary's book beautifully pulls together the stories, challenges and remarkable achievements of an intriguing range of women whose stories are guaranteed to touch the hearts of readers of both sexes. Well researched and highly readable, you can open it at any chapter and be inspired by what can be done, usually initially with limited financial resources, and without the backup of major organizations. With environmental issues never more topical or important, Female Heroes of Bird Conservation is nothing short of an avian tour de force. Synopsis: All over the world women are working in bird conservation - usually without the recognition they deserve, despite dedicating their lives to birds, often at considerable personal cost. They work in the field, campaign against the illegal wildlife trade and educate people in sensitive areas regarding the important role that birds play as part of the biodiversity of their locality and of the planet. This book shines a spotlight on more than 30 of these inspirational female heroes, past and present. Their stories and those of the birds they saved will touch your heart. Female Heroes of Bird Conservation encourages women to be inspired by them and to make their own contributions to saving wonderful, feathered creatures from extinction. It also covers social issues such as discrimination against women working in the field. 'If you are looking for an uplifting read through the cold dark nights of the winter this book will not only tick the box but will also leave you deeply inspired, impressed and in awe by what can only be described as a group of elite superheroes, women both past and present who have battled copious challenges and obstacles to fulfil their dreams, ambitions and passions. The result of their work as individuals is vast, increasing knowledge and awareness of avian species, husbandry, saving lives and even species from certain extinction. Put them together in a group and the impact their work has had on a global scale is colossal. [...] The book is highly readable and does justice to all the women featured. Over the years Rosemary has met several of the individuals she has written about so is able to give a more personal insight.' � Louise Peat, Avicultural Magazine
