| Author | Pat A Morris |
| Language | English |
| ISBN | 9781873580905 |
| Publisher | Whittet Books |
| Pages | 216 |
| Size | 152 x 216 mm |
| Format | Hardcover |
| Images | Colour images and black and white illustrations |
| Year published | 2017 |
In his refreshingly lighthearted style, Pat Morris presents scientific and down-to-earth information about one of Britain's best-loved wild creatures, the bumbling and endearing hedgehog. Dr Morris's book, in its various editions, has remained the principal 'popular' book on the hedgehog for over thirty years – a measure of its success and usefulness.
The 1983 (original) edition of Hedgehogs was 124 pages with no photographs, this latest edition is 204 plus 8 pages of colour photos from Pat Morris. Through the editions, it was updated four times with a major revision in 2006 (for The New Hedgehog Book) when all the illustrations were redrawn as well. This British Natural History Edition has been revised again, mainly to include the latest findings about the threat of the growing population of badgers on hedgehogs, but it has been generally updated and now has the photos.
Pat Morris is the UK's leading hedgehog expert. Having studied them over forty years, he has probably published more scientific papers on the European hedgehog than anyone. He is President of the British Hedgehog Preservation Society, which recently celebrated its 30th year, and is an established writer and broadcaster, often appearing on television and radio wildlife programmes. He was formerly Senior Lecturer in Zoology, Royal Hollow (University of London).
The book is illustrated throughout with cartoon and fine line drawings by renowned wildlife artist Guy Troughton.
The British Natural History Collection is a new library aimed at all those with an interest in the mammals and birds of Britain. All the books have been written by people who have first-hand knowledge of the species through their work or research. Rich in scientifically-researched information each volume is written and illustrated in a style that will appeal to both young and old.
