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This homage to England's countryside goes beyond the iconic verdant landscapes and grand monuments that distinguish the nation. A diverse array of contributors lend their unique perspectives, offering an eclectic collection of personal emblems that define England. From the humble pub sign to the majestic seaside pier, from rustic cattle grids to charming canal boats, and from village cricket matches to the notorious 'nimbies', this book paints a vivid portrait of the country's essence.
Originally published as a sumptuous, full-colour coffee table tome, this expanded paperback edition boasts twice the original number of entries. It features contributions from an impressive roster of celebrities, including the likes of Michael Palin, Eric Clapton, Bryan Ferry, Sebastian Faulks, Kate Adie, Kevin Spacey, Simon Jenkins, John Sergeant, Joan Bakewell, Antony Beevor, Jonathan Dimbleby, and the author himself, Bill Bryson. This new edition also includes a foreword penned by HRH Prince Charles, adding a royal seal of approval to this captivating exploration of England's treasures.
Book ISBN: | 9781784161965 |
Book Author: | Bill Bryson |
Book Format: | Paperback / softback |
Book Imprint: | Black Swan |
Book Publisher: | Transworld Publishers Ltd |
Book Dimensions: | 197 x 128 x 24 cm |
Book Publication Date: | 2016-06-30 |
Book Pagination: | 368 pages, B&W illustrations throughout |
Book Weight: | 258g |
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.’
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.’