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Newkey - Burden Chas (Author) - The Wit And Wisdom Of David Attenborough A Celebration Of Our Favourite Naturalist - Hardcover
Newkey - Burden Chas (Author) - The Wit And Wisdom Of David Attenborough A Celebration Of Our Favourite Naturalist - Hardcover
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Description: A fascinating and entertaining collection of facts quotes and stories celebrating Sir David Attenborough's wicked sense of humour and astute wisdom. David Attenborough is a national treasure known for his soothing voice calming presence passion for the natural world and his humble easy - going nature. Despite his incredible talent and influence he tends to play it all down one time stating that I can't believe I'm still employed'. So if he won't celebrate himself we'll have to do it for him. Filled with facts tributes and anecdotes as well as beautiful illustrations this enormously positive book celebrates Sir David providing a fascinating insight into his life as well as showcasing his brilliant sense of humour. Running chronologically this book begins with his early days to his first job at the BBC to eventually becoming the most esteemed naturalist on the planet as he is today. Such revelations include: - There are 18 plants and animals named after him - When asked by a reporter how many degrees he had he said it would be 'rude to count'* - The single thing that would improve his quality of life is 'good workable knees'. Blending his quips galore with his powerful messages on the environment and future of the planet this timely book showcases everything we love about Sir David making it the perfect gift for any fan.* He has over thirty!
Title: The Wit And Wisdom Of David Attenborough A Celebration Of Our Favourite Naturalist
Author(s): Newkey - Burden Chas (Author)
Publisher: Octopus Publishing Group
Barcode: 9781856755269
Pages: 272 Pages, 30 Illustrations
Publication Date: 2/20/2024
Category: Natural History
Description: A fascinating and entertaining collection of facts quotes and stories celebrating Sir David Attenborough's wicked sense of humour and astute wisdom. David Attenborough is a national treasure known for his soothing voice calming presence passion for the natural world and his humble easy - going nature. Despite his incredible talent and influence he tends to play it all down one time stating that I can't believe I'm still employed'. So if he won't celebrate himself we'll have to do it for him. Filled with facts tributes and anecdotes as well as beautiful illustrations this enormously positive book celebrates Sir David providing a fascinating insight into his life as well as showcasing his brilliant sense of humour. Running chronologically this book begins with his early days to his first job at the BBC to eventually becoming the most esteemed naturalist on the planet as he is today. Such revelations include: - There are 18 plants and animals named after him - When asked by a reporter how many degrees he had he said it would be 'rude to count'* - The single thing that would improve his quality of life is 'good workable knees'. Blending his quips galore with his powerful messages on the environment and future of the planet this timely book showcases everything we love about Sir David making it the perfect gift for any fan.* He has over thirty!
Title: The Wit And Wisdom Of David Attenborough A Celebration Of Our Favourite Naturalist
Author(s): Newkey - Burden Chas (Author)
Publisher: Octopus Publishing Group
Barcode: 9781856755269
Pages: 272 Pages, 30 Illustrations
Publication Date: 2/20/2024
Category: Natural History
