'...many others will also appreciate this book's splendid plates.'

Ibis vol 152 issue 1 January 2010

'Regarded by many as the best British bird painter there has been, Archibald Thorburn produced a prolific number of scientifically correct lifelike and timeless pieces of art during his lifetime. David Waters, an avid collector of his work, pays homage to such skill by presenting a vast array of Thorburn's images, ranging from black-and-white drawings to colourful paintings.

Whether a wren or a golden eagle each bird is depicted with immaculate detail and precision. Grouse in flight seemingly whistle across the page, while hunkering ptarmigan appear almost to shiver in their snowy surroundings and a smartly plumaged kingfisher studies the water for his next victim.

This impressive collection acknowledges both his artistic talent and his regard for nature'

Mary Skipwirth    The Field May 2009

'This beautifully produced book....catalogues 203 of his works in colour, from the familiar woodcock, partridge, pheasant and grouse, to the less familiar shooting scenes, as well as images of wildfowl, Highland stags and birds of prey. Without a doubt Thorburn was a master and in this collection David Waters clearly displays his passion for the artist's work.'

Alastair Balmain   Shooting Times 7 May 2009

'He has tracked down 203 original prints and the best are reproduced to a very high standard in this book, so that we can all appreciate the artist's draughtsmanship and knowledge of birds...This book will be greatly appreciated by modern collectors, but all of us can study these images and appreciate how Thorburn laid down the template for modern-day bird artists.'

David Cromack   Birds Illustrated Summer 2009