In 1968 Tom and Stephanie Green left the relative comfort of teaching and nursing in Oxford to spend a year in Ireland as wardens of the remote Cape Clear Island Bird Observatory. Set in the nostalgic context of post-war birdwatching, Echoes from Cape Clear gives numerous insights into daily observatory life.

An engaging story is told of ornithological discovery, with detailed information and a vivid portrayal of the island and its people. This book also documents the drama, history and heritage of the island's proud seafaring and farming community.   

It tells how Stephanie coped with looking after a new baby in primitive conditions during the harshest of winters.

Launched to coincide with the 50^th Anniversary of Cape Clear Bird Observatory  this illustrated retrospective with photographs and artwork is enhanced by Robert Gillmor's delightful drawings and prints.

A 'must-read' for all watchers of birds, wildlife and people.

Buy on Cape Clear or through NHBS, Subbuteo Books, Wildsounds, Birding World, Amazon, your local bookshop or NOW at 25% discount direct from authors (please send cheque for £15 payable to T Q Green Southfield 10 Wilson's Way Blakeney Norfolk NR25 7PU)

ISBN 978-0-9542545-4-4                        

'Tom and Stephanie's book is a real life adventure…This beautiful and poetic account of a year watching wildlife - be it birds or Basking Sharks is a delight to read. I wish I had been in their shoes and shared their experiences!'

Miranda Krestovnikoff, presenter: BBC 'Coast' series

' Wonderful memories come alive: huge seas crashing onto Blananarragaun, brass draw-tube 'scope wobbling on knees and my first flocks of Sooties, Cory's and Great Shearwaters arching the waves out to the Fastnet Rock. Thanks for taking me back.' 

Tom and Stephanie give illustrated talks to groups and societies and look forward to hearing from you via their contact page.