Morgan-Grenville, Roger

Birders will delight in the frequent mentions of various birds and their importance to the environment. Give to those who enjoyed Bill Bryson’s A Walk in the Woods and Conor Knighton’s Leave Only Footprints. These readers will best appreciate this mix of adventure, travel, and memoir.

A nice reminder of how to pursue interests despite obstacles. Readers will identify with the author’s personal journey of remembrances (especially of his grandmother) and discovery.

A brief but engaging companion to the many beekeeping manuals on the shelf. Recommended even for nonhobbyists who seek comfort in small steps taken to commune with the changing natural world.