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Acclaimed novelist and nature writer Melissa Harrison presents a captivating exploration of the English countryside as it transforms under the influence of rain. In her book "Rain: Four Walks in English Weather", Harrison delves into the intricate relationship between precipitation and the landscape.
Through a series of four rain-soaked excursions across diverse terrains—Wicken Fen, Shropshire, the Darent Valley, and Dartmoor—Harrison observes how rainfall alters the environment in each of the four seasons. She notes the subtle changes in fields, farms, hills, and hedgerows, as well as the shifting behaviours of local wildlife.
Harrison's narrative seamlessly intertwines her personal experiences with extensive research, cherished memories, and imaginative reflections. In doing so, she unveils how rain is not merely a fundamental component of our natural surroundings, but also an integral part of our collective identity.
This eloquent meditation on the English landscape in wet weather offers readers a fresh perspective on the profound impact of rain on both our environment and ourselves.
Book ISBN: | 9780571328949 |
Book Author: | Melissa Harrison |
Book Format: | Paperback / softback |
Book Imprint: | Faber & Faber |
Book Publisher: | Faber & Faber |
Book Dimensions: | 198 x 130 x 11 cm |
Book Publication Date: | 2017-02-03 |
Book Pagination: | 128 pages |
Book Weight: | 164g |
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