Deep Country : Five Years in the Welsh Hills

In "Deep Country", Neil Ansell chronicles his extraordinary five-year sojourn in a secluded Welsh hillside cottage. With no modern conveniences or human contact for weeks on end, Ansell's narrative delves into the heart of solitary rural existence.

"This tale recounts my half-decade of isolation, detailing my lifestyle and surroundings. It explores the profound impact of extreme seclusion and unveils the hidden corners of nature I claimed as my own, alongside the wild creatures that became my companions."

Ansell's account is a captivating immersion into Britain's untamed landscapes, examining the intricate relationship between humanity and unspoilt wilderness. "Deep Country" stands as a testament to the raw beauty of rural life, appealing to readers who savoured Robert Macfarlane's "Landmarks", Helen Macdonald's "H is for Hawk", or James Rebanks' "A Shepherd's Life".

Critics have lauded the book, with Jay Griffiths calling it "a beautiful, translucent portrayal of mid-Wales". The Financial Times praised Ansell's "touching" and "thoroughly detailed stories" of encounters with local wildlife, noting how he "loses himself in the rhythms and rituals of life in the British wilderness".

Time Out declared it "remarkable, fascinating", while Countryfile enthused, "A gem of a book, an extraordinary tale. Ansell's rich prose will transport you to a real-life Narnian world that CS Lewis would have envied."

Neil Ansell, now an award-winning BBC television journalist, has traversed over fifty countries and contributed to esteemed publications such as the Guardian, the New Statesman, and the Big Issue. "Deep Country" marks his literary debut, born from his transformative years in the Welsh hills.

Product Information:

Book ISBN:	9780141049328
Book Author:	Neil Ansell
Book Format:	Paperback / softback
Book Imprint:	Penguin Books Ltd
Book Publisher:	Penguin Books Ltd
Book Dimensions:	172 x 198 x 14 cm
Book Publication Date:	2012-02-02
Book Pagination:	224 pages
Book Weight:	164g