- A Guardian Readers' Choice Best Book of 2017
- An exploration of birdsong
- A fascinating read for bird lovers
DESCRIPTIONA beautifully written and comical look at the secret language of birds.
A symphony of unintelligible voices permeates our lives and, whether you’re a morning lark or a night owl, you’re unlikely to go a day without hearing it. In A Sweet, Wild Note, Richard Smyth explains the significance and influence of birdsong on culture and identity.
Hardback. 190 pages.