This is a lovely book. I really enjoyed it—partly, I suspect, because I have a similar sense of humour to that of the author and also because I am generally curious about life. [...] The author is good at explanations. I like that. Eclectic—that’s what this book is. And rambling—in a good way (after all, these are walks). I liked it. I hope Richard Carter is writing another volume of his thoughts. I’ll buy it.
—Mark Avery, author and former director of conservation at the RSPB, Sunday Book Review
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Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery (although how flattered Mr Smith will be must be in some doubt)...and of course the bonobo is the closest relative to man amongst the great apes. I don't suppose they're too thrilled either.
Can you tell which contestant could afford to have his crowns done privately?