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Encyclopedia of Animal Behaviour
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Best for readers who...
Good fit if you want...
- Strong option when you want a readable option with clearer expectations upfront.
- Worth opening if you want a first pass with less guesswork.
- If you value fast plots, the book leans on dry, observational wit.
Maybe skip if...
- May not fit if you want specialist depth as the top priority.
- Not the best pick if you need maximum novelty over stable fit.
- You only want something with very current references and examples.
Summary
From the edition on hand, Encyclopedia of Animal Behaviour by Jill Bailey feels like a practical or reference-style book built for dipping in and out. The edition details point to 1995 • Andromeda Oxford Ltd • 160 pages, which helps set expectations before you buy.
Edition on file: 1995 • Andromeda Oxford Ltd • 160 pages • ISBN 9781871869460.
Why this book now
Worth a look if you want a backlist title that still has a clear identity and use case.
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Reading commitment
Quick Easy to move through
Low commitment. Best treated as a dip-in book you consult in short bursts.
What stands out here
The clearest standout is utility. It reads like the kind of book you keep nearby and use when you need it.
Best way to approach it
Use this more like a tool than a narrative. Sample the parts you need first.
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This looks built around something you can open anywhere, scan fast, and return to when you need a specific answer. Overall, it looks like a compact read that should get to its point quickly. It also has the feel of a backlist title rather than a brand-new release.
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