Marianne Taylor is a freelance writer, illustrator, photographer and editor, and author of numerous natural history books, including the RSPB British Birdfinder and its recent companion title, RSPB British Naturefinder, as well as The Way of the Hare, RSPB British Birds of Prey, and two previous titles in this series, Spotlight Owls and Spotlight Robins. A passion for all wildlife has been a driving force throughout Marianne’s life.