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Mark Carwardine

Mark Carwardine is a professional photographer and broadcaster. In addition to his career as a photographer, Mark has more than 50 books on wildlife, conservation, and travel to his name. He co-presented the BBC TV series Last Chance to See (2010) with Stephen Fry (20 years after a renowned radio show of the same name with Douglas Adams); other shows he has presented include Museum of Life (BBC2, 2010) and The Great American Oil Spill (BBC2, 2010). Cetaceans are Mark's great passion; in addition to writing the top guide to these animals he leads tours and trips to see them throughout the Southern Ocean.
Last Chance to See

Books

Last Chance to See

Books for LGBTQIA+ History Month

For LGBTQIA+ History Month in October, we’re celebrating the shared history of individuals within the community and the importance of the activists who have fought for their rights and the rights of others. We acknowledge the varying and diverse experiences within the LGBTQIA+ community that have shaped history and have led the way for those

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Books for National Depression Education and Awareness Month

For National Depression Education and Awareness Month in October, we are sharing a collection of titles that educates and informs on depression, including personal stories from those who have experienced depression and topics that range from causes and symptoms of depression to how to develop coping mechanisms to battle depression.

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Horror Titles for the Halloween Season

In celebration of the Halloween season, we are sharing horror books that are aligned with the themes of the holiday: the sometimes unknown and scary creatures and witches. From classic ghost stories and popular novels that are celebrated today, in literature courses and beyond, to contemporary stories about the monsters that hide in the dark, our list

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