Life Cycles of British and Irish Butterflies

[David M]

Pleased to say mine arrived today too!

I intend to get stuck into it tomorrow.

[Pete Eeles]

‪Thanks Nicola, Wurzel, Lee, Kevin, Trev, Guy and David - especially for the very kind words (lots of positive feedback on Twitter and Facebook too)! I hope I’ve done the various photographers justice by providing some interesting accompanying text. I’m starting to feel that the long hard slog (i.e. research) has been worth it! ‬

Cheers,

- Pete

[Jack Harrison]

I will be buying but as I will be away off-and-on until mid October, I wouldn't want attempted delivery if I might not be at home.
So I'll order a bit later. (hope it's not out of print by then).

Jack

[Nicola Main]

Pete I have a couple of friends asking if this'll be out in paperback but I've told them it's only available in hardback. Is that right?

[David M]

I'm nearing the end of the Hesperid section and already I'm loving it!

Comprehensive but not too suffocating with the science aspect and embellished with images on every page.

I like the layout too. Consistent and easy to familiarise oneself with after a few pages.

[Pete Eeles]

Pete I have a couple of friends asking if this'll be out in paperback but I've told them it's only available in hardback. Is that right?

Hi Nicola - yes, it's only available in hardback, with no softback planned.

Cheers,

- Pete

[Pete Eeles]

I'm nearing the end of the Hesperid section and already I'm loving it!

Comprehensive but not too suffocating with the science aspect and embellished with images on every page.

I like the layout too. Consistent and easy to familiarise oneself with after a few pages.

Thanks David!

Cheers,

- Pete

[millerd]

What a splendid book and a tremendous reflection of the extraordinary amount of time and effort put into its creation. Congratulations on a masterpiece, Pete - I suspect it will become so well-thumbed I shall need to acquire a second copy!

All the very best,

Dave

[Pete Eeles]

What a splendid book and a tremendous reflection of the extraordinary amount of time and effort put into its creation. Congratulations on a masterpiece, Pete - I suspect it will become so well-thumbed I shall need to acquire a second copy!

All the very best,

Dave

Thanks Dave! Great idea - everyone should own at least 2 copies

Cheers,

- Pete

[jonhd]

2? How about:
- 1 for home
- 1 for the office
- 1 for the car
- 1 for luck...

Jon

[CallumMac]

Well, I've studiously avoided UKB over the weekend because my copy didn't arrive with the Saturday post! But it was waiting on the doormat this evening. What an amazing piece of work - it has come out visually beautiful and packed with information. Pete, congratulations, I hope you are very proud of it!

P.S. it has been very interesting to pick out a few other UKBers among the species sponsors, and see which species you all chose!

[bugboy]

Well I finally got my mits on my copy (had it sent to my work address and there's no weekend delivery there) and I expected more...

I'm Joking!!!

I've flicked through it at work, and it's clear how an astonishing amount of work has gone into it, it's a good job you like butterflies! Congratulations Pete, I can see this still being referred to 100 years from now

[Rogerdodge]

Well Pete-
What a fabulous book. So comprehensive, and much much more than just life cycles.
I think my wife summed it up when she glanced over my shoulder and said "What a gorgeous book."

Cheers

Roger
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[Rosalyn]

Since I asked for it to be delivered to my office I wasn't expecting it until today, postie was very amused as I snatched it from his hand A very comprehensive reference guide. Thank you Peter for all your hard work. I did order a second copy for Imogen (Peacock), she likes to look through my butterfly books, and I'm sure she will love it too. I need a new bookcase now.

[Vince Massimo]

Thanks Pete, mine has now arrived (massive dent in the doormat!).
Being a reviewer of the species accounts was like going on a voyage of discovery. I thought I knew what to expect when the book was published, but the finished article has surpassed my expectations. It has come together so beautifully that I don't think that it will be surpassed until a holographic version is published in 2119.

Vince

[Neil Freeman]

Our copies - mine and my son Chris's - arrived on Saturday but I have not commented until now because, apart from when I have been otherwise busy, I have been glued to it and not bothered going on the internet much.

A magnificent achievement and one that will set the standard for years to come. Easy to read and yet containing a wealth of information and illustrated with some fantastic photographs, especially all the early stages.

Well done Pete.

Cheers,

Neil.

[Pete Eeles]

Wow! Thanks Jon, Callum, Paul, Roger, Rosalyn, Vince and Neil for the very kind comments.

I have to admit, like Vince, the book has surpassed my expectations in terms of production (which I had nothing to do with!). I mean - even the stitching (the green and white threading along the spine) is colour-coordinated with the colour theme of the book (purple and green). So I'm very happy with the whole thing to be honest!

Cheers,

- Pete

[NickMorgan]

Fantastic book. Thank you for all the effort you have put into it Pete. I have enjoyed looking at the different instars of each species of caterpillar, particularly the rare species.

[Pete Eeles]

Thanks Nick!

Cheers,

- Pete

[Brianch]

Mine not arrived yet...hope there is not a problem