By Mike Unwin; Bloomsbury, 2016
Pbk, 128pp; many colour photographs
ISBN 978-1-4729-2183-3; Ј9.99
This is the latest slimline volume in the RSPB ‘spotlight’ series, which seeks to illuminate some of our most popular and high-profile birds and mammals. It is lavishly illustrated with one or more colour photographs on almost every page, roughly equally split between the two British eagles. The accompanying text is authoritative but light and easy to read. It provides an accessible, broad overview of the ecology of these two birds but has enough detail to hold the attention of the more experienced. Even raptor devotees will learn something new, or be reminded of things that had slipped from memory. It is highly recommended for anyone with a few hours to spare and a desire to learn a bit more about these birds.
Ian Carter