Books by Simon Barnes

Simon Barnes

Simon Barnes is a British journalist and author known for his compelling wildlife writing, particularly his book "How to be a Bad Birdwatcher." His lyrical prose and keen observations have made him a respected voice in nature writing, inspiring readers to appreciate the beauty and wonder of the natural world.

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Spring is the Only Season

Spring is the Only Season

How it Works, What it Does and Why it Matters

Simon Barnes
Paperback
Published: 2026
How to Fly

How to Fly

Taking Wing with Birds, Bats, Insects and Humans

Simon Barnes
Hardcover
Published: 2026
How to be a Bad Botanist

How to be a Bad Botanist

Simon Barnes
Paperback
Published: 2025
Spring is the Only Season

Spring is the Only Season

How it Works, What it Does and Why it Matters

Simon Barnes
Hardcover
Published: 2025
Building Value

Building Value

The Business of Venture Capital

Simon Barnes
Hardcover
Published: 2025
How to be a Bad Botanist

How to be a Bad Botanist

Simon Barnes
Hardcover
Published: 2024
The Year of Sitting Dangerously

The Year of Sitting Dangerously

My Garden Safari

Simon Barnes
Paperback
Published: 2024
How to Be a Bad Birdwatcher 20th Anniversary Edition

How to Be a Bad Birdwatcher 20th Anniversary Edition

Embrace the everyday joy of birdwatching – to the greater glory of life

Simon Barnes
Hardcover
Published: 2024
The Year of Sitting Dangerously

The Year of Sitting Dangerously

My Garden Safari

Simon Barnes
Hardcover
Published: 2023
The History of the World in 100 Plants

The History of the World in 100 Plants

Simon Barnes
Hardcover
Published: 2022
The Green Planet

The Green Planet

(ACCOMPANIES THE BBC SERIES PRESENTED BY DAVID ATTENBOROUGH)

Simon Barnes
Hardcover
Published: 2022
The History of the World in 100 Animals - Illustrated Edition

The History of the World in 100 Animals - Illustrated Edition

Simon Barnes
Hardcover
Published: 2021
On the Marsh

On the Marsh

A Year Surrounded by Wildness and Wet

Simon Barnes
Paperback
Published: 2021
Rewild Yourself

Rewild Yourself

23 Spellbinding Ways to Make Nature More Visible

Simon Barnes
Paperback
Published: 2020
History of the World in 100 Animals

History of the World in 100 Animals

Simon Barnes
Hardcover
Published: 2020
The Meaning of Birds

The Meaning of Birds

Simon Barnes
Paperback
Published: 2018
Birdwatching with Your Eyes Closed

Birdwatching with Your Eyes Closed

An Introduction to Birdsong

Simon Barnes
Paperback
Published: 2011
A Bad Birdwatcher's Companion

A Bad Birdwatcher's Companion

Simon Barnes
Cd-audio
Published: 2007