Author: WILLIAMS, KEN & IAN SKIDMORE
Title: Wildlife in Custody
Description: London: Cassell & Company, Ltd, 1977. First Edition. Hardcover (Original Wrappers). ISBN: 0304298263. With 4 b/w plates. Ex library copy. With library stamps and labels. Dust jacket: Plastic protective cover. Some creasing to front top edges, front & back flaps, spine & corners; fraying to front top right corner. Book: Tape marks on front free endpaper. Head spine & foot spine somewhat worn, edges slightly soiled. ; 22.5 x 14.1 x 2.5 cms; 195 pages; Ken Williams MBE was a British police constable stationed on Holyhead Island and later in Bala, northwest Wales. Beyond his law enforcement duties, he was an avid amateur naturalist with a profound passion for wildlife. His unique position allowed him to engage closely with local fauna, leading to numerous captivating experiences, including involvement in falconry. Williams's dedication to wildlife conservation and education earned him the title of Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE). Ian Skidmore was a British journalist and author, known for his extensive work in broadcasting and writing. He collaborated with Ken Williams to co-author Wildlife in Custody, published in 1977 by Cassell. The book offers a vivid account of Williams's dual life as a police officer and wildlife enthusiast, sharing stories that highlight his commitment to nature and the community he served. Skidmore's narrative skill brought these tales to a broader audience, preserving the legacy of a policeman whose love for nature left an indelible mark on his surroundings.. Good in Poor dust jacket .

Keywords: 0304298263 Anglesey Penrhos Rio Tinto


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