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A BIRD IN THE HAND
By Bill Doherty

In my first book, A Bird in the Hand,
I tell of the beginnings of my involvement with keeping birds, and also of some of the wild bird catchers among the birdmen known to me during my youth.
I tell of the ways of these men not only as trappers and poachers,
but as most knowledgeable aviculturalists and countrymen,
from who I learnt so much.

Synopsis
Set in the hard mining areas of the north-east of England in the early 1960’s, the book cleverly takes the reader on vivid journeys into woods, fields, hedgerows and bird-sheds, and the authors descriptive writing style continually displays his passion for wildlife, while fully bringing to life the times and individuals.
The book fully conveys a child’s exciting journey of discovery, and the depth of gratitude, admiration, acknowledgement and acceptance of each highlighted individual is truly profoundly balanced in just the right measure.
The stories are educational; some are intriguing, captivating and fascinating while others are extremely funny, the adventures blossom vividly to life through the assistance of many wildlife observations, studies that come naturally to the author, but that others tend to miss on visits into the British countryside’s.

Quality Hardback.
146 pages. Over 20 black/white illustrations, by the author, and SHEENA REID, to whom a very special thanks is given.
£16.99 (Prices may vary)

AVAILABLE NOW. AVAILABLE NOW

A limited number of signed copies will be available from the author,
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Comments by BBIA members who have the book

John Wrenne - Fri 03 Mar, 2006 2:56 pm
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I just thought I might let you know I received my signed copy of the book A Bird in The Hand by Bill Doherty and I am going to have a great read today, excellent, Thank you Bill,Regards, JW

BUCKO - Fri 03 Mar, 2006 5:57 pm
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ive finished reading mine,excellent read really enjoyed it cheers bill

master - Wed 08 Mar, 2006 12:04 am
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whats it like.?

John Wrenne - Wed 08 Mar, 2006 9:44 am
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Well presented book signed by the author, I have not got around to reading it yet just tippets and from what I can see a book well worth having, special offer I think for BBIA members.JW

Robb - Wed 08 Mar, 2006 10:12 am
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Hi All,

I picked up the book at Staffords & have already read a fair bit, Brilliant stuff

Robb

Karl-D - Wed 08 Mar, 2006 10:34 am
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Yes a fantastic book so my Mrs. tells me (not been able to have a look in yet).

On the BBIA table we had I think 17 signed copies for sale, I think only 4 were not sold.

I can’t weight till the Mrs. has finished it so I can have a wee look

Brendan - Wed 08 Mar, 2006 11:07 am
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I also got book at stafford from bbia table great book almost finished it.if you have not bought a copy get 1.

Brendan - Sun 12 Mar, 2006 5:04 pm
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FINISHED BOOK LAST NIGHT.THIS REALY IS A GREAT BOOK HOPE BILL WRITES BIRD IN THE HAND 2

glyn.wortley - Sun 12 Mar, 2006 7:25 pm
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HERE HERE Brendan, cracking read, bring on BITH2. Cheers Bill couldn't put it down. G.

John S - Tue 14 Mar, 2006 2:27 pm
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i am over half way through it at the mo....bloody good book

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