Steve backshall is one of tvs bestknown wildlife presenters, naturalists, writers and public speakers and here he introduces his book documenting the filming of the third series of his brilliant. Backshall admits that deadly 60 was conceived as a purely populist enterprise, and that he is no more specifically interested in predators than he is in, say, goldfinches or goldcrests. Well this morning i found myself sat on the loo, both twins sleeping strapped to my front, electric toothbrush in one hand, phone with emails in. The strand began with a single series known as deadly 60, and has subsequently expanded into a number of spinoffs, reedits and followup versions. Shortlisted for the waterstones childrens book prize best fiction for 512s. My 7year old son has recently done the deadly 60 as a topic at his school and this book was an ideal buy for him. Helen glover and steve backshall welcome baby twins. In 2012, steve released deadly diaries a diarystyle book of series 3 of deadly 60. Combined with his own incredible experiences with creatures, large and small, steve reveals tricks of camouflage. Steve backshalls deadly 60 by steve backshall waterstones. Find great deals on ebay for deadly 60 dvd and steve backshall dvd. Steve backshall is a baftawinning adventurer and wildlife expert, natural history producer and presenter.
Hi steve, whats the most amazing animal youve encountered. His eventful life is well documented and he recently hit the headlines after being bitten by a caiman live on camera. Please note, this is a reissue of steve backshalls dea dly 60, formerly on the natural history list of new holland publishers. My son loves deadly 60 so was great to find a new series. Steve backshall is a naturalist and television presenter, best known for the bbc series deadly 60. There have been too many to pick just one, but one of the most remarkable creatures was a humboldt squid, which we. Steve backshalls dea dly 60 accompanies the cbbc television series of the same name, and follows wild life expert steve backshall on a round the world trip to document sixty deadly creatures. We are extremely pleased to have the support of such an active adventurer and conservationist. Explore books by steve backshall with our selection at. It covers 60 deadly creatures some of which will surprise you in greater detail. This book was recommended to me by a nine year old boy who professes to hate reading so for me it is already a winner.
Bbc, itv, channel 4, freeview, sky, virgin media and more. Great books for boys from toddlers to teenagers books for boys. The second half begins with a plug for backshall s new book, the fictional tiger wars, before moving into some revealing commentary about his screen career. Explore books by steve backshall with our selection at waterstones. The pages are bright and colourful with some excellent photographs of all the deadly 60 creatures and the accompanying narrative is. Deadly 60 in thailand, steve comes face to face with the longest venomous snake in the world, the king cobra whose bite could kill an elephant. His other bbc work includes being part of the expedition teams in lost land of the tiger, lost land of the volcano and lost land of the jaguar. Stephen james backshall mbe born 21 april 1973 is a baftawinning english naturalist, writer and television presenter, best known for bbc tvs deadly 60. Steve backshall thanks parents over recognition for wildlife work. Steve s new book looking for adventure is available now. Steve backshall wikimili, the best wikipedia reader. It is presented by steve backshall, with naomi wilkinson as cohost on live n deadly, and barney harwood as cohost on natural born hunters. Steve fronts the bbc kids series deadly 60, travelling the world to learn about the most inspiring predators.
Deadly detectives by steve backshall from waterstones today. Including the renowned, the unexpected and the downright bizarre, this companion book to steve backshall s high adrenaline tour of the worlds most deadly is not to be missed. However this time there is big difference this summer steve will appear live on stage with some of australias deadliest animals. He has just six months to travel six continents and find 60 of the deadliest creatures on the planet for. Steve backshall is back by popular demand with deadly 60. There are 60 plus pages of information about different kinds of emergency vehicles. His books include the bestselling deadly 60 and wildlife adventurers guide. After numerous sell out australian tours, steve backshall, the star of the hit tv show deadly 60 returns to australia with his deadliest show ever, deadly 60 down under in queensland performing. Steve backshall thanks parents over recognition for.
Steve backshall is the hugely popular and fearless presenter of the childrens bbc series deadly 60, live and deadly, deadly 360 and deadly art. The judge for our national young writers awards this year is none other than deadly 60 author and presenter, steve backshall. After multiple sellout australian tours, steve backshall, the star of the hit tv show deadly 60 is returning to australia with his deadliest show ever. Click and collect from your local waterstones or get free uk delivery on orders over. He is the presenter of the toprated cbbc natural history programme, deadly 60. Steve has circumnavigated the globe time and again, venturing into the sinai desert, completing the israeli paratroopers selection course, catching anacondas, vipers and cobras and making the ten great dives of the world, for the longrunning series earthpulse. I didnt realise in the title though that its pole to pole arctic to bahamas only 10 episodes, so there should be another 10 somewhere down to the southern hemisphere not included here, so felt a bit put out thats its only half a series.
He lives for adventure, and his mission to come as close as possible to 60 of the worlds most deadly animals is a. We chatted with steve to find out about his amazing adventures and how they have influenced his writing. Olympic gold medallist helen glover and tv presenter steve backshall have become parents to twins. Discover book depositorys huge selection of steve backshall books online.
Steve backshall has said he has his parents to thank for his mbe as they instilled a love of wildlife and conservation in him from a young age. Over the next four years, scouts from across the country will tackle six of the uks biggest social issues, including homelessness, mental wellbeing and displaced children. Deadly diaries is a diarystyle book of series 3 of deadly 60, released in 2012. Steve backshall embarks on his most daring adventure yet. School, northern ireland, took part in the trialling of bug club books and. T he couple, who also have 18monthold son logan, shared the news on social media on friday. Deadly 60 s steve backshall delivers his tagline with brandon by ritchie djamhur. Steve will be signing copies of his latest book, expedition on saturday 20th july at 2. After two sellout australian tours, steve backshall, the star of the hit tv show deadly 60 is returning to australia with his brand new stage show. A bumper book of all your favourite deadly facts about. Including the renowned, the unexpected and the downright bizarre, this companion book to steve backshalls high adrenaline tour of the worlds. Steve travels the world to learn about the most inspiring predators, from boxing mantis shrimp to charging tigers. Please provide me with your latest book news, views and details of waterstones special offers. I am doing my best not to base my reaction to the badger cull on childhood nights sat by our local setts praying for a black and white face to emerge, or on the joy every time i find a thick guard hair clinging to lowslung barbed wire, that bearlike pawprint in my local woods, the christmas morning excitement of looking through my camera traps or a greasy latrine of beetle bits.
Any purchases for more than 10 are eligible for free delivery anywhere in the uk or ireland. He has just six months to travel six continents and find 60 of the deadliest creatures. Favourite deadly facts by steve backshall from waterstones today. He studied english at university before taking a second degree in biology. Join deadly 60 presenter steve backshall in the worlds deadliest book about animals, packed with fascinating facts, killer statistics and stunning photographs. He has just six months to travel six continents and find 60 of the deadliest creatures on the planet for the 26part childrens bbc series of the same name which will air on bbc 1, cbbc, discovery and animal planet channels. Steve backshall to visit waterstones bluewater dartford.
He is an ambassador for the scouts and the a million hands campaign. Waterstones bluewater is delighted to welcome steve backshall back to the store. Born in 1973, steve backshall was brought up on a farm. Steve backshall became buglifes vice president in 2008. Deadly detectives is a how to book, teaching the skills of tracking animals by their signs, scat and prints. The book covers steve s travels across six continents in six months as he finds the 60 creatures that are most deadly in their world. The book is aimed at children about the age of 10 and above, as they will benefit. Steve backshall is the hugely popular and fearless presenter of the childrens bbc seriesdeadly 60,live and deadly, deadly 360anddeadly art. We use cookies to give you the best possible experience. Steve s exciting new book, deadly 60, is packed full of facts and photos of the planets most fearsome creatures national geographic kids whatever wildlife hes dealing with, backshall s high adrenaline yet thoughtful style, coupled with a colourful, glossy presentation, is likely to fire the enthusiasm of the next generation of naturelovers. Deadly 60 s steve backshall delivers his tagline with brandon.
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