A Life with the Birds of Tasmania – Els Wakefield (2026) [New Release Heavy Hardback Edition]

Fresh in Stock: Published in conjunction with the highly anticipated, sold-out June 2026 launch in conversation with Bob Brown. Avoid mainland shipping delays—our copies are physically on hand in our Midlands store and ready for immediate dispatch or collection.

A comprehensive modern compendium and personal memoir documenting the extraordinarily diverse birdlife of Lutruwita / Tasmania. Compiled by Els Wakefield, one of the state's most experienced lifelong birders, this heavy large-format volume acts as both a detailed reference work and a visual celebration of the island's avian fauna.

The book provides extensive coverage of Tasmania’s unique bird populations, systematically categorising the famous endemic species, seasonal migrants, deep-ocean pelagic seabirds, and rare vagrant visitors.

Publication & Production Details:

• Format: Large-format hardcover, 362 pages.
• Publisher: Published 2026.
• Illustrations: Richly illustrated with high-quality, full-colour field photographs throughout.
• Condition: Brand new

DELIVERY & IN-STORE PICKUP

• Combined Shipping: Sourcing multiple titles for your Tasmanian library? The Book Cellar offers combined flat-rate parcel delivery across Australia. Secure your books using our online checkout, or phone the counter directly on 03 6381 1545 to coordinate multi-volume shipping.
• Free Instore Pickup: Located in Tasmania or travelling the Midland Highway? Select "Instore Pickup" at checkout to pay no postage and collect your items directly from the counter at The Book Cellar, underneath Foxhunters Return in Campbell Town.