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Soil: The Incredible Story of What Keeps the Earth, and Us, Healthy by Matthew Evans is a transformative exploration into the overlooked foundation of our planet. This remarkable book celebrates the vital role that soil plays in sustaining life and maintaining the health of our ecosystems.
In Soil, Evans takes readers on an insightful journey that uncovers the hidden narratives behind this essential resource. Hailed by renowned author Charles Massy as a thoughtful exploration, the book delves into:
Through a rich tapestry of history and science, Evans reveals how our treatment of soil reflects our treatment of ourselves. For too long, we have neglected the ground beneath our feet, leading to degradation from unsustainable farming practices. This work emphasizes the urgent need for awareness and understanding of soil creation, erosion, and restoration.
This book is a must-read for anyone passionate about environmental sustainability and food security. It serves as a powerful reminder that our actions—whether in gardens, on farms, or at dinner tables—can shape a hopeful future. By reconnecting with the earth, we can appreciate the profound impact that soil has on our lives and our planet.
ISBN: | 9781911668190 |
Author: | Matthew Evans |
Format: | Paperback / softback |
Imprint: | Murdoch Books |
Publisher: | Murdoch Books |
Dimensions: | 154 x 233 x 25 mm |
Publication Date: | 14 October, 2021 |
Pagination: | 288 pages |
Weight: | 368g |
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.’