The Book Vipers discussion

The discussion thread is now open. Spoilers are allowed on this thread. Don't read on if you haven't finished the book. Can you also unclick the 'Add to my update feed' people don't see your comments in their home screen.

Things to consider:

1. Did you like the book?
2. Do you think that the author covers the subject adequately?
3. Do you like the tone and language of the book?
4. Was there any part of the book that was important or significant to you?
5. Have you learnt anything from the book?
6. Has reading this encouraged you to look for other books on the subject?

Must confess I was not checking the polls for non-fiction, something made me check it today and boy I am pleasantly surprised at the winning choice. I'm a biologist from Mexico, never been to the UK but it does seem interesting to read a case study of what I know in theory. Gotta hurry to read this one in order to post my comment/review. By the way, I'm reading a compendium of greatest essays from Stephen Jay Gould, some things might intertwined.

I've just picked this up from the library and looking forward to making a start - there was a long waiting list for it so it's obviously popular at the moment. Anyone else reading it?

I read this book last year and thought it was a wonderful read. She shows the possibilities that if we consciously choose to turn things back then nature will fill the gaps that it has previously left. If we leave things too late though it might be all too late. My review of the book is here:

https://www.goodreads.com/review/show...

I did meet her at the Wainwright shortlist announcement and told her how much I enjoyed the book. For those feeling flush, you can visit the property and see the changes for yourself:

https://www.kneppsafaris.co.uk

I have it on thr list and have it on order on audiobook from library. Long list.

I really enjoyed this - at first I thought I wouldn't like it as the sections on ecological theory were a bit dry (though necessary to give context to the project), but once it got to the chapters about birds, animals, butterflies etc I found it fascinating.

I thought it was well written, and that she gave quite a balanced view around the objections to the project. I learned a lot about existing conservation projects and their strengths and weaknesses, what the Knepp project did differently and what the implications could be for future projects, and it definitely made me want to read more on this subject.

Feral: Rewilding the Land, the Sea and Human Life is worth reading, Pam

Paul wrote: "Feral: Rewilding the Land, the Sea and Human Life is worth reading, Pam"

Yes that looks good, have ordered it from my library. Thanks Paul

Am reading this via husbands book. Will return audiobook so someone else can borrow it. Excellent so far. Another non fiction book that I am enjoying, even though I rarely read them.