Bob the Robin
A true story of the friendship between one man and Britain's favourite garden bird
Will be published approx. on 31. October 2024
Book
Hardback
256 pages
978-1-85675-531-3 (ISBN)
Description
'When a robin appears, a loved one is near'
In 2019, Tony Putman was working as a gardener in Edenbridge, Kent, when he noticed a bold robin sitting on a branch of an old plum tree. The robin glanced in his direction as he approached, but he didn't move, so Tony grabbed his camera and took a photo. This would be the first of hundreds of photos that Tony would take of Bob the robin - and the start of an extraordinary friendship that would last for years.
As Tony shared his pictures on his social media account, Putman and Robin, he witnessed an outpouring of love - not just for Bob, but for robins everywhere, who populate our gardens with song and movement even on the direst winter days.
In this book, Tony shares his touching journey with Bob, and tells the story of our unwavering affection for these magnificent creatures. This is an informative book about the life of a robin, as well as a beautiful love letter to these spirited and lively birds - who offer us a connection with nature, a moment of contact and a great source of comfort and joy.
In 2019, Tony Putman was working as a gardener in Edenbridge, Kent, when he noticed a bold robin sitting on a branch of an old plum tree. The robin glanced in his direction as he approached, but he didn't move, so Tony grabbed his camera and took a photo. This would be the first of hundreds of photos that Tony would take of Bob the robin - and the start of an extraordinary friendship that would last for years.
As Tony shared his pictures on his social media account, Putman and Robin, he witnessed an outpouring of love - not just for Bob, but for robins everywhere, who populate our gardens with song and movement even on the direst winter days.
In this book, Tony shares his touching journey with Bob, and tells the story of our unwavering affection for these magnificent creatures. This is an informative book about the life of a robin, as well as a beautiful love letter to these spirited and lively birds - who offer us a connection with nature, a moment of contact and a great source of comfort and joy.
Reviews / Votes
A heartwarming story of connection; this book will inspire you to see Nature with fresh eyes -- Suzy Reading A beautiful and touching celebration of wildlife and our relationship with the little creatures who share this wonderful planet with us. This book is much needed in these chaotic times. -- Abigail HopkinsMore details
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Octopus Publishing Group
Product notice
Trade binding
Illustrations
50 photographs
Dimensions
Height: 220 mm
Width: 143 mm
Thickness: 25 mm
Weight
382 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-85675-531-3 (9781856755313)
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Person
Tony Putman is a gardener and passionate wildlife photographer who has captivated the world with his enchanting relationship with a Robin and a Fox. Developing a friendship with both that demonstrates beautifully the extraordinary capacity for a connection between wildlife and humans, he has been captured on film by the BBC in compelling footage that has drawn comments from admirers all over the world. His story and his work has catapulted Tony to the attention of BBC Springwatch, Fox News USA and Belgian, Dutch and German television channels.
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