The Allotment by Colin Ward 9781915068231

The Allotment
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Nestled on the outskirts of bustling suburbs, allotments serve as havens for cultivation,...
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Nestled on the outskirts of bustling suburbs, allotments serve as havens for cultivation, offering respite from the mounting pressures and costs of modern life. These green sanctuaries fulfil our primal desire to cultivate our own produce and attain self-sufficiency, whilst fostering a diverse community of individuals, flora, and fauna that often surpasses the variety found in neighbouring urban areas.

An allotment embodies a utopian ideal: a verdant space where individuals can claim a parcel of land and express themselves through horticulture. This concept traces its roots to the Diggers of 17th-century Surrey, who emerged in response to the Enclosure Acts that stripped common folk of their land rights. From these humble beginnings, the allotment movement spread across the British Isles, Europe, and beyond.

'The Allotment', first published in 1988, stands as the definitive examination of this cultural phenomenon. It weaves together the oral histories of plot-holders with vivid descriptions of regional quirks, from pigeon fancying to seed collecting and leek-growing competitions. Through the lens of allotments, the book offers a captivating glimpse into British society and history.

This new edition, featuring an introduction by Olivia Laing, underscores the enduring relevance of allotments in contemporary Britain. It is an essential read for those intrigued by social history, land ownership, and the art of gardening in the 21st century.

Product Information:

Book ISBN: 9781915068231
Book Author: Colin Ward
Book Format: Paperback / softback
Book Imprint: Little Toller Books
Book Publisher: Little Toller Books
Book Dimensions: 158 x 217 x 27 cm
Book Publication Date: 2023-05-15
Book Pagination: 304 pages
Book Weight: 506g
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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.’

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