The Wedge-tailed Eagle is the largest Australian bird of prey and the fourth largest eagle in the world. Featuring 18 short stories and dozens of colour photographs, this book communicates the unique natural history of this powerful and secretive predator, though the adventures of one boy as he pursues an eagle interest while growing up in the Australian bush. It aims to give the reader an intimate insight into the life of one of Australia's most magnificent and iconic birds, and in doing so, emphasise the enormous rewards one can enjoy from taking an interest in and engaging with the natural environment.