Jackie Morris, an artist, and Robert Macfarlane, a writer, have collaborated on a new book titled *The Book of Birds*, focusing on 49 species on the British red or amber list of declining and endangered birds. This project follows their previous success with *The Lost Words*, which became a cultural phenomenon, selling over 500,000 copies and reaching primary schools and hospices across the UK. The new book, which took seven years to create, is designed to evoke a deeper connection between readers and birds, asking not just 'what is that bird?' but 'who is that bird?'. Morris hopes the book will inspire young people and help them see the beauty of birds, while Macfarlane emphasizes the alarming decline in bird populations, noting that there are 3 billion fewer birds in North America and 600 million fewer in Europe compared to 50 years ago. The book has already inspired an exhibition at the Bodleian Library, showcasing works from notable ornithological artists and photographers. Morris expresses hope that *The Book of Birds* will catalyze creativity and awareness about the importance of bird conservation.