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On a fateful evening, Mark Cocker found himself captivated by the thunderous mass of rooks and jackdaws soaring above his Norfolk abode en route to their Yare valley roost. As he witnessed the flock unfurl like an enigmatic dark blossom over the nocturnal woodlands, these seemingly ordinary birds shed their mundane guise, becoming an all-consuming passion for Cocker.
Driven by this newfound obsession, Cocker embarks on a quest to unravel the mysteries of these corvids. His journey takes him from the lifeless heart of South England to the rolling hills of Dumfriesshire, where he encounters both crushing defeats and moments of sheer wonder. With each step, he peels back the layers of these birds' intricate inner worlds, unearthing the unexpected richness hidden within their raucous calls—a symphony he dubs 'our landscape made audible'.
Crow Country stands as a lyrical ode to the English pastoral tradition, masterfully woven in prose. It serves as a poignant reminder that 'Crow Country' is not solely our domain; rather, it is a realm we share with countless other species. These intricate, interconnected communities are of immeasurable value and deserve our utmost reverence.
Mark Cocker's One Midsummer's Day, set for release in June 2023, promises to further explore these fascinating avian relationships.
Book ISBN: | 9780099485087 |
Book Author: | Mark Cocker |
Book Format: | Paperback / softback |
Book Imprint: | Vintage |
Book Publisher: | Vintage Publishing |
Book Dimensions: | 197 x 130 x 15 cm |
Book Publication Date: | 2008-07-08 |
Book Pagination: | 224 pages |
Book Weight: | 164g |
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