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- ISBN 9781785309199
- Dimensions: 153 x 234mm
- Publication Date: 12 Nov 2026
- Publisher: Bonnier Books Ltd
- Publication City/Country: GB
- Product Form: Hardback
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"Doug Allan seems to be immune to most of the limitations that govern other humans. Furthermore, he is totally without fear in a way that comes not from recklessness but from deep knowledge and experience." - Sir David Attenborough
Doug Allan OBE was one of the most respected wildlife cameramen in the world, known for capturing the wildest, most remote places on Earth. His breathtaking cinematography earned him numerous accolades, including eight Emmy Awards and four BAFTAs. Doug's ability to capture nature's most intimate moments, whether the struggle of a polar bear hunting for food in the Arctic or the majesty of whales in Antarctica, made him a key figure in wildlife filmmaking and a trusted cameraman for some of the most groundbreaking wildlife documentaries of our time.
This story goes beyond the lens, diving into Doug's personal journey, the challenges of wildlife filmmaking, and his lifelong dedication to conservation. It is a narrative of passion, perseverance, and the remarkable experiences of a man who devoted his life to documenting the beauty and fragility of the Earth's wildest places. Doug Allan's autobiography is a must read for anyone inspired by the wonders of the natural world.
Doug Allan was a wildlife and documentary cinematographer. Born in 1951 in Dunfermline, Scotland, he was the son of a photographer and photojournalist. He graduated with an honours degree in marine biology from Stirling University in 1973. His first job was as a pearl diver with Bill Abernathy, the last pearl hunter in Scotland. In 1976, Doug embarked on his first Antarctic adventure as a research diver with the British Antarctic Survey.
Over the next decade, he returned to Antarctica multiple times, working as a scientist, photographer, and diver. In 1985, Doug transitioned into full time cinematography and became a principal cameraman on many of the BBC's most iconic wildlife programmes, including Wildlife Special Polar Bear, The Blue Planet, Planet Earth, and Frozen Planet. Doug was awarded eight Emmy Awards and four BAFTAs, and in 2017 he was honoured with an Outstanding Contribution Award at the British Academy Scotland Awards.
