Bringing Back the Beaver : The Story of One Man's Quest to Rewild Britain's Waterways-9781645021230

Bringing Back the Beaver : The Story of One Man's Quest to Rewild Britain's Waterways

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Bringing Back the Beaver: The Story of One Man's Quest to Rewild Britain's Waterways by Derek Gow is an enthralling exploration of nature conservation that blends humor with heartfelt dedication. This remarkable memoir chronicles Gow's journey to reintroduce beavers to the UK, a mission that has ignited both passion and controversy since the early 1990s.

In this captivating narrative, Gow shares his firsthand experiences of importing, quarantining, and reestablishing beavers across England and Scotland, all while facing significant opposition. His authentic storytelling has garnered critical acclaim, with The Guardian labeling it as 'impassioned' and The Spectator describing it as a 'manifesto-cum-memoir' of the highest order.

Highlights of Bringing Back the Beaver include:

  • Award-winning recognition: Named a Waterstones Best Nature Writing Book of 2020.
  • Critical acclaim: Praised by George Monbiot as 'hilarious, eccentric, and magnificent.'
  • Cultural significance: Celebrated by Dame Judi Dench as a pivotal moment in the return of a native species.

With a foreword by Isabella Tree, bestselling author of Wilding, the book makes a compelling case for the vital role beavers play in enhancing biodiversity and managing flooding issues in the UK. Gow emphasizes that these 'problem solvers of nature' are essential for creating thriving ecosystems that support diverse British wildlife.

Dive into this fascinating read, and join Derek Gow on his quest to rewild Britain's waterways, bringing awareness to nature's resilience and the importance of conservation.

Product Information

ISBN: 9781645021230
Author: Derek Gow
Format: Paperback / softback
Imprint: Chelsea Green Publishing Co
Publisher: Chelsea Green Publishing Co
Dimensions: 246 x 167 x 20 mm
Publication Date: 13 January, 2022
Pagination: 208 pages, Black-and-white illustrations throughout
Weight: 194g

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Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.

This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.

We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.

Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’

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