Charlie Corbett

Charlie Corbett is a British journalist, author and birdwatcher. He writes for the Times and other publications, and his work explores the natural world with the enthusiasm of a dedicated amateur and the skill of a professional storyteller. 12 Birds to Save Your Life is his account of how birdwatching helped him through a period of personal crisis, offering a moving and accessible guide to twelve birds whose presence in our lives can offer solace, perspective and joy. The book combines personal memoir, natural history and practical birdwatching advice in a celebration of the healing power of the natural world. Available as both a book and an audiobook, 12 Birds to Save Your Life offers uplifting listening and reading for birdwatchers, nature lovers and anyone who has ever felt that paying attention to the natural world can be the best medicine for a troubled mind.