Our unique fascination with butterflies has been a gloriously British pastime since the early 18th century, through the Victorian butterfly mania of the 1890s & two World Wars, & is now the popular hobby it has become today. This is a wonderful celebration of great British butterflies, whether you are tracking the elusive Green Hairstreak, Painted Lady & violet Emperor in the wild or identifying the more common Small Tortoiseshell, Orange Tip & Chalkhill Blue from the comfort of your garden chair. This fascinating guide to the British butterfly will delight both beginners & enthusiasts alike, with practical tips on all aspects of attracting, tracking & identifying butterflies & how to protect these beautiful creatures for future generations.