Just what are the most amazing spectacles that every wildlife enthusiast has to see during their lifetime? Top nature photographer and intrepid traveller Will Burrard-Lucas has spent years visiting the far-flung corners of the world capturing thousands of breathtaking images along the way.
More than 30 sites are covered, each with a locator map, beautiful photographs, a fact file and an evocative account of what it's like to go there, written by Will's wife and travel companion Natalie. Destinations range from Tasmania to Svalbard and from the Okavango Delta to Alaska.
Will Burrard-Lucas is a professional wildlife photographer from the UK.
His fascination with wildlife began in childhood when he was fortunate enough to spend some years living in Africa. His interest in wildlife never waned and he has travelled extensively over the years to see and photograph creatures from all corners of the globe.
On a quest for the perfect shot, he designs clever gadgets and gizmos to help him achieve fresh perspectives.
Getting his camera amidst a pride of lions immediately after a kill, capturing the scale of the wildebeest migration from the air and edging up close to giant Komodo Dragons are all part of the day job.
Will’s wife, Natalie Burrard-Lucas, is a doctor and also a keen writer. She shares Will’s wanderlust and joins him on many of his wildlife escapades. They recently spent a year living and working in Zambia. The latest addition to their travel team is their daughter, Primrose.
Binding | EAN | ISBN-10 | Pub Date | PAGES | Language | Size | Price |
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Hardcover | 9781921517594 | 192151759X | 2016-03-15 | 240 | 0.00 x 9.88 x 10.15 in | $29.99 |
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