Collins New Naturalist Library – The New Forest (Collins New Naturalist Library, Book 73)
How and why the New Forest has evolved to be an area of international importance – and Britain’s richest ‘nature reserve’.
Nature & the natural world: general interest
Collins New Naturalist Library – The World of the Honeybee (Collins New Naturalist Library, Book 29)
The mysteries of bee life are illuminated for beekeepers, entomologists and students of natural history in general.
Bowland Beth: The Life of an English Hen Harrier
‘An outstanding book’ Spectator
The story of the short life and tragic death of Bowland Beth – an English Hen Harrier – which dramatically highlights the major issues in UK conservation.
Collins Field Guide – Birds of South-East Asia (Collins Field Guide)
This comprehensive new field guide is an excellent addition to the world-renowned series – the ultimate reference book for travelling birdwatchers.
Collins Classics – The Secret Garden (Collins Classics)
HarperCollins is proud to present its range of best-loved, essential classics.
The Seabird’s Cry: The Lives and Loves of Puffins, Gannets and Other Ocean Voyagers: Unabridged edition
WINNER OF THE WAINWRIGHT PRIZE 2018
WINNER OF THE JEFFERIES AWARD FOR NATURE WRITING 2017
The full story of seabirds from one of the greatest nature writers. The book looks at the pattern of their lives, their habitats, the threats they face and the passions they inspire – beautifully illustrated by Kate Boxer.
The Wood for the Trees: The Long View of Nature from a Small Wood
From one of our greatest science writers, this biography of a beech-and-bluebell wood through diverse moods and changing seasons combines stunning natural history with the ancient history of the countryside to tell the full story of the British landscape.
Orchids
A beautiful, richly illustrated book on Europe’s wild orchids – perhaps the most enigmatic and popular group in the botanical world.
Eclipse: The science and history of nature's most spectacular phenomenon
J P McEvoy looks at remarkable phenomenon of a solar eclipse through a thrilling narrative that charts the historical, cultural and scientific relevance of solar eclipses through the ages and explores the significance of this rare event.
Collins Bird Guide
The Collins Bird Guide App combines world-class illustrations and comprehensive information with intuitive design to create the ultimate field guide to the birds of Britain and Europe. For passionate birders and casual birdwatchers alike.
Walking Through Spring
‘The most effective advertisement for the countryside I’ve ever encountered’ Daily Mail
Walking Through Spring follows Graham Hoyland’s journey as he traces a new national trail, walking north with Spring from the South Coast to the Borders.
Forces of Nature
Sunday Times Bestseller
How did life on Earth begin? What is the nature of space and time? What are the chances that we will discover life on other worlds?
Collins New Naturalist Library – Insect Natural History (Collins New Naturalist Library, Book 8)
Insect Natural History introduces the reader to some of the latest discoveries and ideas about British Insects.
Collins New Naturalist Library – The Broads (Collins New Naturalist Library, Book 46)
The Broads discusses the history of the Broads, the people who come into contact with and influence these waterways, and what the future holds.
Aurora: In Search of the Northern Lights
The beautiful aurorae, or northern lights, are the stuff of legends. The ancient stories of the Sami people warn that if you mock the lights they will seize you, and their mythical appeal continues to capture the hearts and imagination of people across the globe.
Taming the Flood: Rivers, Wetlands and the Centuries-Old Battle Against Flooding
‘Exquisitely written’ Sunday Times
Beautifully written and magnificently illustrated with photographs, line drawings and maps, this book serves both as a celebration of the richness of the British countryside, and as a warning of the legacy of loss and destruction we could so easily leave to future generations.