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Beth Chatto's Garden Notebook
I return to Beth Chatto's books constantly. For those who are new to her work, you are entering into a life-long relationship with a wise friend and gardener' Monty Don'Compulsively readable. Once you have it, don't let anyone else borrow it' SUNDAY TELEGRAPHSharing the...- £10.99 GBP
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Enchantment : Reawakening Wonder in an Exhausted Age
THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER'It will do your soul good to read this.' NIGELLA LAWSONA balm for our times from the internationally bestselling author of Wintering. Our sense of enchantment is not only sparked by grand things. The awe-inspiring, the numinous, is all around us,...- £9.99 GBP
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Damnable Tales : A Folk Horror Anthology
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The Lost Spells : An enchanting, beautiful book for lovers of the natural world
Beautiful books make unforgettable gifts. This pocket-sized treasure is the perfect present for fans of nature, language and rich artwork, adult and child alike!Kindred in spirit to The Lost Words but fresh in its form, The Lost Spells introduces a beautiful new set of...- £14.99 GBP
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The Women Who Saved the English Countryside
A vibrant history of English landscape preservation over the last 150 years, told through the lives of four remarkable women � In Britain today, a mosaic of regulations protects the natural environment and guarantees public access to green spaces. But this was not always...- £11.99 GBP
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Rooted : How regenerative farming can change the world
SHORTLISTED FOR THE WAINWRIGHT PRIZE FOR NATURE WRITING'An honest look at the farming life today. Raw, earthy and inspiring' - Cal Flyn, author of Islands of Abandonment'A beautifully written, incredibly timely book' - Clover Stroud, author of My Wild and Sleepless NightsWhen barrister and...- £10.99 GBP
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Britain's Wild Flowers : A Treasury of Traditions, Superstitions, Remedies and Literature
A fascinating look at the myths, folklore and botany behind over 70 British wildflowers. A fascinating look at the myths, folklore and botany behind over 70 British wildflowers. From hedgerows to meadows, wildflowers can be found throughout our green and pleasant land. In this...- £12.99 GBP
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Once Upon a Tome : The misadventures of a rare bookseller
Peculiarly hilarious!' - William Gibson'Every page is a pleasure' - Lindsey FItzharris'Utterly charming' - Tom Holland'Laugh-out-loud' - Garth Nix'A must read' - Fergus Butler-Gallie'Brims with self-effacing charm' - Caitlin Doughty'Unfortunately I have mislaid the book in question' - Neil GaimanWelcome to Sotheran's, one of...- £10.99 GBP
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How to Read a Tree : The Sunday Times Bestseller
THE LATEST GUIDE TO THE HIDDEN MEANING OF NATURE FROM THE NATURAL NAVIGATOR, TRISTAN GOOLEY Readers are LOVING How to Read a Tree:'I could write a book about this book. After the first five pages I knew my forest hiking was already permanently changed....- £10.99 GBP
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The Bridleway : How Horses Shaped the British Landscape - WINNER OF THE ELWYN HARTLEY-EDWARDS AWARD
WINNER OF THE ELWYN HARTLEY-EDWARDS AWARD FOR EQUINE WRITING, 2023. Tiffany Francis-Baker explores how the relationship between humans and horses has shaped the British landscape and how this connection has become part of our nation's ecosystems. Many of us enjoy walking or riding on...- £10.99 GBP
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Hermit : A memoir of finding freedom in a wild place
In the wake of a devastating heartbreak, Jade Angeles Fitton found herself seeking solace in the most unlikely of places - the solitary embrace of the wilderness. "Hermit" is a poignant and introspective memoir that chronicles her journey of self-discovery and healing through the...- £10.99 GBP
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They (Faber Editions) : The Lost Dystopian 'Masterpiece' (Emily St. John Mandel)
Maxine Peake delivers a 'visionary' performance of this long-lost dystopian classic, rediscovered after four decades. In a nightmarish Britain, THEY are encroaching ever closer. Margaret Atwood hails it as 'A creepily prescient tale ... Insidiously horrifying!', whilst Emily St. John Mandel deems it 'A...- £9.99 GBP
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Breadsong : How Baking Changed Our Lives
*WINNER* - FORTNUM & MASON DEBUT FOOD BOOK AWARD 2023SHORTLISTED FOR THE ANDR� SIMON BEST COOKBOOK AWARD 2023_______________THE TIMES - BEST FOOD BOOKS of 2022THE WEEK - BEST FOOD BOOKS OF 2022DELICIOUS MAGAZINE - BEST COOK BOOKS OF 2022'If you had told me at...- £20.00 GBP
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The Norman Conquest
`I loved it. A suitably epic account of one of the most seismic and far-reaching events in British history' Dan SnowAn upstart French duke who sets out to conquer the most powerful and unified kingdom in Christendom. An invasion force on a scale not...- £12.99 GBP
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Braiding Sweetgrass : Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge and the Teachings of Plants
A hymn of love to the world ... A journey that is every bit as mythic as it is scientific, as sacred as it is historical, as clever as it is wise' Elizabeth Gilbert, author of Eat, Pray, LoveAs a botanist, Robin Wall Kimmerer...- £10.99 GBP
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The Letters of Vincent Van Gogh
A new selection of post-impressionist painter Vincent Van Gough's letters, The Letters of Vincent van Gogh put a human face on one of the most haunting figures in modern Western culture. In this Penguin Classics edition, the letters are selected and edited by Ronald...- £12.99 GBP
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Folk Tales of the Night : Stories for Campfires, Bedtime and Nocturnal Adventures
An enchanting treasury of magical tales handed down through the ages. Infectious and soul-stirring, these are stories crying out to be shared.' - Ben Hoare, award winning wildlife journalist and nature nerdHave you heard the tale of Black Annis, the witch-demon that lurks beneath...- £14.99 GBP
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Sarn Helen : A Journey Through Wales, Past, Present and Future
WALES BOOK OF THE YEAR 2024WATERSTONES WELSH BOOK OF THE YEAR 2023LONGLISTED FOR THE WAINWRIGHT PRIZE 2023From the author of Addlands, and featuring illustrations by Jackie Morris, an immersive and evocative non-fictional journey through Wales and a revelatory meditation on the nation's past, present...- £10.99 GBP
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What an Owl Knows : The New Science of the World's Most Enigmatic Birds
As Winnie-the-Pooh's sage friend Owl once proclaimed, 'If anyone knows anything about anything, it's Owl who knows something about something.' Indeed, owls have been a source of fascination and inspiration for humanity since time immemorial, from ancient cave art to Picasso's masterpieces. These enigmatic...- £10.99 GBP
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Woodland Wisdom : A Miscellany of Forest Facts, Fiction & Folklore
Did you know that rowan wood was once carried as a pocket charm to ward off rheumatism? Or that the ancient Greeks believed trees were inhabited by wood spirits, known as dryads, taking the form of young maidens? Perhaps you'd like to learn how...- £14.99 GBP
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Run to the Western Shore : `Surprising, poignant, elemental' novel from award-winning author
In this captivating tale of love and destiny, Tim Pears weaves a mesmerising narrative set against the backdrop of ancient Britain. It's AD 72, and two unlikely souls find themselves thrust together in a world teetering on the brink of change. Meet Quintus, a...- £12.99 GBP
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The Fairy Tellers : A Journey into the Secret History of Fairy Tales
His cornucopia of tellers and tales is a delight, a riveting celebration of a genre that revels in its own hybridity and the imaginative riches produced by the crossing of cultural and literary borders' Financial Times'Like a child after the Pied Piper I pursued...- £12.99 GBP
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Why Women Grow : Stories of Soil, Sisterhood and Survival
In "Why Women Grow," Alice Vincent embarks on a captivating journey through the verdant realms of gardening, uncovering the profound connections between women and the soil they tend. This thought-provoking narrative delves into the motivations that drive women to cultivate life amidst the demands...- £10.99 GBP
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The Granite Kingdom : A Cornish Journey
Embark on an unforgettable odyssey through the rugged landscapes and ancient mysteries of Cornwall, Britain's westernmost realm, with Tim Hannigan's "The Granite Kingdom: A Cornish Journey." This lyrical travelogue invites you to traverse the breadth of this Celtic land on foot, unveiling its captivating...- £10.99 GBP
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The Wisdom of Trees : A Miscellany
Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Britain's arboreal wonders with "The Wisdom of Trees" by Max Adams. This beautifully crafted collection of essays, anecdotes, and profiles invites you on a mesmerizing journey through the country's most beloved tree species. With a profound reverence...- £10.99 GBP
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The Unlikely Pilgrimage Of Harold Fry : The uplifting and redemptive No. 1 Sunday Times bestseller
Utterly captivating and brimming with life-affirming charm, this literary gem has enchanted over 6 million readers worldwide. Now gracing the silver screen with Jim Broadbent and Penelope Wilton, it's a tale that will leave you spellbound. Picture this: Harold Fry, the quintessential everyman, pops...- £9.99 GBP
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100 Herbs To Grow : A Comprehensive Guide To The Best Culinary And Medicinal Herbs
`Jekka knows herbs like no one else - let her help you transform your garden and your cooking!' - Jamie Oliver `If you want to grow the very best herbs, you need this book in your life. In fact, this book is way more...- £30.00 GBP
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The Hidden Histories of Flowers : Fascinating Stories of Flora
The Hidden Histories of Flowers reveals the captivating world of flowers. From the symbolism and meaning behind flowers and how these have evolved over time, to how humans interact with flowers based on cultural and geographical differences, and how flowers have been coveted for...- £14.99 GBP
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Mythology of the British Isles
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Rooftoppers : 10th Anniversary Edition
CELEBRATING 10 HIGH-FLYING YEARS OF THE MULTI-AWARD-WINNING MODERN CLASSIC, FROM THE AUTHOR OF THE EXPLORER_______________Winner of the Waterstone's Children's Book Prize and the Blue Peter Book AwardShortlisted for the CILIP Carnegie Medal_______________A brilliant new edition to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Katherine Rundell's modern...- £7.99 GBP
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Wildwood : A Journey Through Trees
A much-loved classic of nature writing from environmentalist and the author of Waterlog, Roger Deakin, Wildwood is an exploration of the element wood in nature, our culture and our lives. 'Breathtaking, vividly written . . . reading Wildwood is an elegiac experience' Sunday Times'He...- £10.99 GBP
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The Forager's Calendar : A Seasonal Guide to Nature's Wild Harvests
He writes so engagingly that it's hard to imagine that actual foraging can be more attractive than reading his accounts of it. ...[This book] is a treasure. It is beautifully produced, designed and illustrated.' - John Carey, The Sunday TimesWINNER OF THE GUILD OF...- £14.99 GBP
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Blobfish
A heartfelt and humorous adventure from the bottom of the sea and beyond, following one fish on an epic journey. Deep, deep, deep under the sea . lives Blobfish! Blobfish loves telling jokes, although he has no one to share them with, so he...- £7.99 GBP
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Dark, Salt, Clear : Life in a Cornish Fishing Town
WINNER OF A SOMERSET MAUGHAM AWARD 2021A BBC RADIO 4 BOOK OF THE WEEKSHORTLISTED FOR THE WAINWRIGHT PRIZE A SUNDAY TIMES AND FINANCIAL TIMES BOOK OF THE YEAR 'Marks the birth of a new star of non-fiction' William Dalrymple'A beautiful account of immersion in...- £9.99 GBP
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Escape Into Cottagecore : Embrace Cosy Countryside Comfort in Your Everyday
Discover serenity in nature's embrace, immerse yourself in the present moment, and liberate your spirit from societal pressures. Delve into the enchanting realm of cottagecore—a whimsical fusion of traditional cosiness and modern living that conjures a magical sanctuary. Whilst uprooting oneself to an off-grid...- £10.99 GBP
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By Ash, Oak and Thorn
Melissa Harrison, the acclaimed nature writer and Costa Award nominee, presents a captivating story of the rich, untamed world and its marvels - perfect for cosy evening reads. This enchanting tale has been shortlisted for the Books Are My Bag Readers Awards 2021 and...- £7.99 GBP
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Circles of Stone : Weird Tales of Pagan Sites and Ancient Rites
In the wood the grey stone rose from the grass, and she cried out and ran back in panicked terror. `What a silly little girl,' the nurse had said. `It's only the... stone.'Standing stones, stone circles, tumps, barrows and ancient clearings still remain across...- £9.99 GBP
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Kilvert's Diary
Few have written more beautifully about the British countryside than Francis Kilvert. A country clergyman born in 1840, Kilvert spent much of his time visiting parishioners, walking the lanes and fields of Herefordshire and writing in his diary. Full of passionate delight in the...- £10.99 GBP
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East West Street : Winner of the Baillie Gifford Prize
THE BRITISH BOOK AWARDS NON-FICTION BOOK OF THE YEAR 2017SUNDAY TIMES TOP 10 BESTSELLERWhen he receives an invitation to deliver a lecture in the Ukrainian city of Lviv, international lawyer Philippe Sands begins a journey on the trail of his family's secret history. In...- £10.99 GBP
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A Tale for the Time Being
In the aftermath of the 2011 tsunami, Ruth stumbles upon a curious Hello Kitty lunchbox on the shoreline of her British Columbia abode. Inside, she uncovers a diary brimming with the aspirations, sorrows, and reveries of a young girl yearning for understanding. With each...- £9.99 GBP
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Rebel Folklore : Empowering Tales of Spirits, Witches and Other Misfits from Anansi to Baba Yaga
Rebel Folklore gathers 50 of the darkest and most complicated folktale characters from around the world, showing readers why we should care about the rebels and misfits of ancient stories. Folktales were humble stories, passed down generations by those on the fringes of society:...- £19.99 GBP
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Notes from Walnut Tree Farm
Calming, thought-provoking, poetic and honest, Notes from Walnut Tree Farm is a collection of writing and musing by documentary-maker, environmentalist and author of Waterlog, Roger Deakin. 'Gentle, straight, honest, inquisitive, funny, melancholic' Spectator'A lovely book that is a poignant epitaph to a remarkable individual'...- £10.99 GBP
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The Quiet Moon : Pathways to an Ancient Way of Being
The ancient Celts lived by and worshipped the moon. While modern, digital life is often at odds with nature - rubbing against it rather than working in harmony with it - is there something to be said for embracing this ancient way of being...- £15.99 GBP
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Cider With Rosie
Step into a captivating memoir that paints a vivid portrait of an idyllic childhood in the English countryside. 'Cider With Rosie' transports readers to a quaint Cotswold village, untouched by the modern trappings of electricity and automobiles—a place suspended in time, teetering on the...- £9.99 GBP
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Nomad Century : How to Survive the Climate Upheaval
Highly Commended for the Wainwright Prize 2023, and shortlisted for the Z�calo Book Prize and the Christopher Moore Prize For Human Rights Writing 'Gaia Vince's new book should be read not just by every politician, but by every person on the planet' ObserverAn urgent...- £10.99 GBP
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Nature Poem for Every Night of the Year
This soothing anthology of nature poems offers a tranquil escape from the stresses of daily life, inviting you to unwind each evening with a dreamy stroll through the natural world. Keep this exquisite volume within reach and let the timeless words of renowned poets...- £25.00 GBP
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The Bone Chests : Unlocking the Secrets of the Anglo-Saxons
A TIMES HISTORY BOOK OF THE YEAR `A diligent historian and a superb writer' THE TIMES A gripping new history of the making of England as a nation. In December 1642, during the Civil War, Parliamentarian troops stormed Winchester Cathedral and smashed ten beautifully...- £10.99 GBP
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