Fen, Bog and Swamp : A Short History of Peatland Destruction and its Role in the Climate Crisis by Annie Proulx 9780008534431

Fen, Bog and Swamp : A Short History of Peatland Destruction and its Role in the Climate Crisis

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Acclaimed as a BBC Radio 4 Book of the Week and hailed as 'magnificent' by The Guardian, Annie Proulx's 'Fen, Bog and Swamp' is a masterful exploration of the world's most vital yet endangered ecosystems. This 'compact classic', as described by Bill McKibben, offers a page-turning journey through wetlands, from 16th-century English fens to America's Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge.

Proulx, a Pulitzer Prize-winning author renowned for her exquisite prose, presents a compelling narrative that is both a revelatory history and an impassioned plea for wetland preservation. With meticulous research and keen observation, she illuminates the crucial role these oft-overlooked landscapes play in maintaining environmental balance, whilst exposing their systematic destruction in the name of profit.

Praised by Anthony Doerr as a source of constant discovery and amazement, this work serves as a rousing call to action. It combines Proulx's signature storytelling prowess with urgent environmental advocacy, delivering a 'sparklingly furious' yet profoundly positive message, as noted by Richard Mabey in The Telegraph. The Financial Times aptly describes it as a 'haunting tribute' that is nonetheless a pleasure to read.

In 'Fen, Bog and Swamp', Proulx deftly weaves together history, science, and personal observation to create a powerful narrative about the climate crisis and our relationship with the natural world. It's an essential read for anyone concerned about the future of our planet and the delicate ecosystems that sustain it.

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Book ISBN: 9780008534431
Book Weight: 188g

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