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Sam Lee's 'The Nightingale' is a captivating exploration of one of nature's most enchanting songbirds. This masterful work, hailed as 'the nature book of the year' by John Lewis-Stempel, offers a soothing balm for troubled souls and a glimpse into paradise, as noted by Joanna Lumley.
Lee, a passionate conservationist and renowned folk musician, invites readers to gather round the fireside and immerse themselves in the intoxicating world of the nightingale. With meticulous detail, he unravels the bird's rich tapestry of song, habitat, characteristics, and migration patterns, whilst shedding light on the environmental challenges that imperil its existence.
This lyrical portrait traverses the nightingale's influence across cultures and time, from ancient Greek mythology to John Keats, Persian poetry to 'A Nightingale Sang in Berkeley Square'. Lee's expertise in folklore, music, and literature illuminates the myriad ways in which this famed yet elusive songbird has captivated hearts and minds throughout history.
Praised for its poetic magic by Lily Cole and lauded as 'wonderful' by Stephen Moss, 'The Nightingale' seamlessly blends the lyrical with the practical. Tristan Gooley commends its ability to inspire readers to seek out the nightingale whilst providing the knowledge to do so. This extraordinary tome promises to enchant nature enthusiasts and literature lovers alike, offering a unique perspective on a creature that has long heralded the arrival of spring in woodlands across the world.
Book ISBN: | 9781804942291 |
Book Author: | Sam Lee |
Book Format: | Paperback / softback |
Book Imprint: | Penguin (Cornerstone) |
Book Publisher: | Cornerstone |
Book Dimensions: | 129 x 197 x 21 cm |
Book Publication Date: | 2023-06-04 |
Book Pagination: | 256 pages |
Book Weight: | 228g |
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