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An Inconvenience of Penguins: Epic voyages in pursuit of the world's most beloved bird

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This captivating journey follows one man's extraordinary quest to encounter all 18 species of penguin in their natural habitats across the globe.


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About the book

From the scorching shores of the Galápagos to the frozen wilderness of Antarctica, these epic voyages reveal the remarkable diversity of the world's most beloved flightless birds.

Equal parts adventure memoir and natural history, the narrative combines humour, wonder, and keen observation as it explores remote corners of the Southern Hemisphere. Along the way, readers discover not only the unique characteristics and challenges facing each penguin species, but also the lengths to which one dedicated enthusiast will go in pursuit of an obsession. It's a warm, witty celebration of wildlife, wild places, and the irresistible charm of penguins.


Book details

Published by Headline Publishing Group

Audiobook ISBN: 9781035413126 25 Sep 2025 163 x 245 x 32 (mm) 560g Narrated by Angus King 10 hrs and 35 mins