The diverse habitats in the Cairngorms, Britain's largest National Park, are home to an unrivalled variety of wildlife from the magnificent golden eagle to the elusive otter...
The mountain zone of the Cairngorms is the highest and most massive range of arctic mountain landscape anywhere in the British Isles, and the forests contain remnants of the original 'Great Wood of Caledon.'
Over several years, wildlife and landscape photographers Peter Cairns and Mark Hamblin have captured the spirit of this special part of the world in a series of evocative images.
In a truly stunning collection of photographs, Cairns and Hamblin bring us face to face with osprey, red deer, peregrines, the endearing pine martens, mountain hares and even Scotland's wild cats.
There are also beautiful and memorable images of forests, mountains and moorland which act as a stark reminder of the pressures the landscape has faced over thousands of years.
The two men have spent years exploring the landscape of this unique part of Scotland and their personal insight reveals man's important influence on the delicate balance of nature.
This well laid-out and large-format book not only describes the history and management of each species, but also takes a look back at the animals of Scotland's past and glances into the future of Scottish wildlife, making a plea for the importance of nurturing our fragile and precious land.
A delightful and informative book, Wild Land is a must for anyone who enjoys the rugged beauties of Scotland and for those who simply appreciate the skills of top class photography.
(Birlinn, paperback, £16.99)
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