The Making of the English Landscape
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W.G. Hoskins, a trailblazing British historian of the 20th century, revolutionised our perception...
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W.G. Hoskins, a trailblazing British historian of the 20th century, revolutionised our perception of landscapes. His seminal work, 'The Making of the English Landscape', transformed how we interpret the environments we inhabit and traverse. Hoskins possessed an extraordinary ability to decipher the hidden narratives etched into our surroundings.

Where the untrained eye might observe a mere pastoral scene of undulating hills and distant church spires, Hoskins unveils a rich tapestry of history. He guides us to discern the faint traces of ancient Bronze Age paths, the spectral remnants of medieval open-field systems, the methodical grid layout of industrial towns, and the lingering imprints of Roman villas.

By illuminating these vestiges of bygone eras, Hoskins empowers us to appreciate diverse landscapes as intricate compositions. Each vista becomes a movement in a grand symphony, enriching our comprehension of the harmonious whole that is England's historical terrain.

As we forge ahead, shaping the villages and cities of tomorrow in both verdant countryside and urban sprawl, this groundbreaking account serves as a poignant reminder. It urges us to tread carefully, with reverence for the land and its storied past, as we leave our own indelible marks upon England's ever-evolving landscape.

Product Information:

Book ISBN: 9781908213105
Book Author: W.G. Hoskins
Book Format: Paperback / softback
Book Imprint: Little Toller Books
Book Publisher: Little Toller Books
Book Dimensions: 216 x 159 x 25 cm
Book Publication Date: 2013-01-05
Book Pagination: 304 pages, Black and white photographs throughout
Book Weight: 454g
Why Sherlock & Pages?

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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