The Bridleway : How Horses Shaped the British Landscape - WINNER OF THE ELWYN HARTLEY-EDWARDS AWARD by Tiffany Francis-Baker 9781399403177

The Bridleway : How Horses Shaped the British Landscape – WINNER OF THE ELWYN HARTLEY-EDWARDS AWARD

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Discover the captivating world of The Bridleway: How Horses Shaped the British Landscape, authored by the acclaimed Tiffany Francis-Baker. This remarkable book, a proud winner of the prestigious Elwyn Hartley-Edwards Award for Equine Writing 2023, delves into the intricate relationship between horses and the evolution of Britain’s countryside.

In this insightful exploration, Francis-Baker embarks on a journey through the hidden stories behind the bridleways that crisscross our landscapes. With a detective's precision, she reveals how these paths have been shaped by the presence of horses and their influence on British culture, history, and ecology.

  • Uncover the Origins: Dive into the etymology of street names and the development of ancient trading routes.
  • Equine Connection: Encounter modern-day descendants of wild horses and their fascinating stories.
  • Cultural Impact: Experience the vibrant traditions of equestrian sports, horse fairs, and the adventures of horseback travellers.

Tiffany Francis-Baker writes with both historical precision and a passionate appreciation for nature, illuminating the profound ways horses have influenced our cultural landscape. The Bridleway not only charts the equine hoofprints left on our land but also offers fresh perspectives on humanity's relationship with nature.

This award-winning book is essential for anyone interested in the intertwining of history, culture, and the natural world. Experience the galloping narrative that will enrich your understanding of the British landscape and the majestic creatures that have shaped it.

Product Information

ISBN: 9781399403177
Author: Tiffany Francis-Baker
Format: Paperback / softback
Imprint: Bloomsbury Wildlife
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Dimensions: 197 x 131 x 18 mm
Publication Date: 08 January, 2024
Pagination: 256 pages, Black-and-white chapter artworks
Weight: 212g

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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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