South Of England Nature Books
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All Around the Year
Originally published in 1979, All Around the Year is a diary following a year at Parsonage Farm, a mixed farm in Devon, close to Dartmoor. The book documented a way of life unchanged for centuries, but which was already remote to most people. In...- £16.00 GBP
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Late Light : WINNER OF THE RICHARD JEFFERIES AWARD FOR NATURE WRITING
Lauded with the 2024 Wainwright Prize and the 2023 Richard Jefferies Award for Nature Writing, 'Late Light' by Michael Malay has captivated readers and critics alike. Described as 'inspirational' by the Wainwright Prize judges and 'a bright, fierce hope for the future' by The...- £10.99 GBP
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Of Thorn & Briar : A Year with the West Country Hedgelayer
Paul Lamb is a master of the ancient craft of hedgelaying. From late summer until early spring, when birds begin nesting, he dedicates himself to the preservation and restoration of hedgerows, those iconic features of the British countryside. These age-old boundaries are more than...- £20.00 GBP
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The Draw of the Sea
WINNER OF THE HOLYER AN GO AWARD 2023 Wyl Menmuir's The Draw of the Sea is a beautifully written and deeply moving portrait of the sea and the people whose livelihoods revolve around it, examining the ephemeral but universal pull the sea holds over...- £9.99 GBP
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The Granite Kingdom : A Cornish Journey
Embark on a captivating odyssey through Cornwall with Tim Hannigan's "The Granite Kingdom", shortlisted for the prestigious Edward Stanford Travel Book of the Year Award 2024. In this meticulously crafted narrative, Hannigan traverses his native land on foot, from the verdant Tamar Valley to...- £10.99 GBP
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The Return of the Grey Partridge : Restoring Nature on the South Downs
In "The Return of the Grey Partridge", Roger Morgan-Grenville chronicles the remarkable transformation of the Arundel Estate in West Sussex. This captivating narrative unfolds as estate managers, alarmed by the dwindling population of grey partridges, confront the harsh reality of modern farming's impact on...- £20.00 GBP
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The Salt Path
Discover the transformative power of nature in this captivating true story of resilience and renewal, hailed as one of the decade's most impactful reads. From the pen of million-copy bestselling author Raynor Winn comes a tale that has captured hearts and minds across the...- £10.99 GBP
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Trelawny's Cornwall : A Journey through Western Lands
I can't think of a more enjoyable or more illuminating guide to Cornwall than Petroc Trelawny, who knows it intimately, loves it deeply, and shares it generously' - THE REVEREND RICHARD COLESIt would be hard to think of a more thoroughly Cornish name than...- £22.00 GBP
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Undercurrent : Nero Book Awards shortlist 2023
Undercurrent is a raw and unflinching memoir that pulls back the curtain on rural poverty in Cornwall. Natasha Carthew's vivid prose transports you to the heart of a tight-knit village, where she paints a visceral portrait of her tumultuous upbringing. With searing honesty, she...- £9.99 GBP
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Wilding : The Return of Nature to a British Farm
In 'Wilding', Isabella Tree unfolds the captivating tale of the Knepp experiment, a groundbreaking rewilding endeavour in West Sussex. With the precision of a detective and the passion of a naturalist, Tree chronicles how free-roaming grazing animals are crafting new wildlife habitats, breathing life...- £10.99 GBP
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Wilding: How to Bring Wildlife Back - The NEW Illustrated Guide
Shortlisted for The Wainwright Prize for Nature and Conservation Writing for Children, "Wilding: How to Bring Wildlife Back - The NEW Illustrated Guide" is a captivating and visually stunning tome penned by Isabella Tree. This exquisite volume chronicles the remarkable transformation of the Knepp...- £20.00 GBP
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A Wood of One's Own : A lyrical, beguiling and inspiring nature memoir
In the twilight of the 20th century, Ruth Pavey's wanderings through the West Country led her to an unexpected revelation in the Somerset Levels. Captivated by the sweeping vistas and gentle skies, she embarked on an ambitious endeavour: to cultivate a woodland, one tree...- £10.99 GBP
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Birds, Beasts and Bedlam : Turning My Farm into an Ark for Lost Species
Derek Gow, hailed as Britain's most vibrant rewilder, is a man of action rather than mere contemplation. His autobiography, 'Birds, Beasts and Bedlam', has garnered praise for its warmth, humour, and Gow's whimsical recounting of his extraordinary life. From Countryfile Magazine to the Guardian,...- £20.00 GBP
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Copsford
Walter Murray was a young man tired of living in the city. Early in the 1920s, he persuaded a Sussex farmer to rent him a derelict cottage, which stood alone on a hill, with no running water or electricity. Most of the windows were...- £14.00 GBP
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Deeper Into the Wood : a year in the life of an amateur naturalist, by the author of critically acclaimed 'A Wood of One's Own'
Immerse yourself in the captivating world of nature with "Deeper Into the Wood," a beautifully crafted memoir by Ruth Pavey. This enchanting book invites you on a profound journey through the changing seasons, unveiling the secrets and wonders of the natural realm. As an...- £10.99 GBP
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Down in the Valley : A Writer's Landscape
In this captivating exploration of the Slad Valley, Laurie Lee, the cherished author of 'Cider With Rosie', paints an evocative picture of the Cotswold landscape that moulded his life and writing. After four decades away, Lee returned to his childhood haunt, realising its unparalleled...- £8.99 GBP
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Elowen
In the summer of 2017, Will and his wife Amy lose their baby, Elowen, a few days before their due date. After a traumatic induced birth, they return from hospital to their cottage in the New Forest, grief-stricken and struggling to make sense of...- £18.00 GBP
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Hermit : A memoir of finding freedom in a wild place
Imagine being swept away by the wind to a place of unparalleled seclusion, where only your shadow keeps you company. This is precisely where Jade finds herself when her partner abruptly departs their newly-acquired barn, leaving behind a damaged wall and a shattered life....- £10.99 GBP
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Homesick : Why I Live in a Shed
In this raw and poignant memoir, Catrina Davies takes readers on a journey through her personal housing crisis that ultimately led her to an unconventional living situation - a shed near Land's End in Cornwall. "Homesick: Why I Live in a Shed" is a...- £9.99 GBP
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In Pursuit of Spring
Embark on a poetic journey through the awakening English countryside with Edward Thomas's "In Pursuit of Spring." This delightful book chronicles the renowned poet's bicycle adventure from London through the southern counties in the spring of 1913. With a keen eye and lyrical prose,...- £15.00 GBP
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On Gallows Down : Place, Protest and Belonging (Shortlisted for the Wainwright Prize 2022 for Nature Writing - Highly Commended)
On Gallows Down: Place, Protest and Belonging is a stirring memoir that weaves together the personal and the political, the natural world and the human experience. Nicola Chester takes us on a poetic journey through the landscapes of her life, from the rolling hills...- £10.99 GBP
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On Silbury Hill
Silbury Hill, nestled in Wiltshire, has long been a source of intrigue and speculation. Was it once surrounded by water, forming an island? Did our ancestors use it for worship, rituals, or seasonal celebrations? Might it have been part of a larger sacred landscape,...- £14.00 GBP
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The Ancient Woods of Helford River
Step into the enchanting realm of The Ancient Woods of Helford River, where ancient oak trees stand as silent sentinels, their gnarled branches reaching out to touch the salty caress of the Cornish sea. In this captivating book, renowned author Oliver Rackham takes you...- £15.00 GBP
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The Circling Sky : On Nature and Belonging in an Ancient Forest
Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of an ancient forest with Neil Ansell's "The Circling Sky: On Nature and Belonging in an Ancient Forest." This captivating memoir invites you on a journey through the winding paths and verdant glades of the New Forest, where...- £12.99 GBP
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The Green Hill : Letters to a Son
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The Hard Way : Discovering the Women Who Walked Before Us
'A compelling call to action for women yearning to explore the countryside alone – and in safety' Dr. Sharon Blackie, author of If Women Rose Rooted Why should it be considered revolutionary for women to ramble solo through rural landscapes, when men have done...- £16.99 GBP
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