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Author-Narrated Audio

The Gathering Place

by Mary Colwell

Audiobook Narrated by Mary Colwell 8 hrs and 31 mins

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Mary Colwell invites readers to discover the remarkable world of communal roosting sites, where thousands of birds gather each evening in spectacular aerial displays. From starling murmurations to crow congregations, these gathering places reveal the hidden social lives of birds and the ancient rhythms that govern their behaviour.

Blending natural history with personal observation, Colwell explores why birds come together at dusk, the science behind their extraordinary coordination, and what these gatherings mean for both the birds and the landscapes they inhabit. Her lyrical prose captures the drama and beauty of these fleeting moments whilst examining the threats these vital roosting sites face in our changing world.

A meditation on connection, community, and the wild spectacles still unfolding in our skies, this is essential reading for anyone captivated by the natural world.