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The Garden Jungle: or Gardening to Save the Planet by Dave Goulson is a SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER that opens the door to the mesmerizing world of the tiny creatures that inhabit our gardens and parks. This enlightening book invites you on a journey to understand the rich tapestry of biodiversity and the indispensable role these organisms play in maintaining healthy ecosystems.
In this captivating read, Goulson skillfully intertwines engaging storytelling with profound insights, revealing how each garden serves as a sanctuary for a diverse array of life, including worms, woodlice, and bees. He encourages readers to embrace the often-overlooked wonders that flourish around them—from the compost heap to the serene garden pond.
Through The Garden Jungle, you will:
Goulson presents a serious yet accessible narrative, urging gardeners to rethink their methods. By moving toward sustainable practices and away from harmful pesticides and plastic waste, we can cultivate gardens that not only beautify our surroundings but also nurture our planet. This essential guide is perfect for anyone passionate about sustainability and the environment.
ISBN: | 9781784709914 |
Author: | Dave Goulson |
Format: | Paperback / softback |
Imprint: | Vintage |
Publisher: | Vintage Publishing |
Dimensions: | 128 x 197 x 19 mm |
Publication Date: | 02 April, 2020 |
Pagination: | 288 pages |
Weight: | 204g |
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.’