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Nestled in the heart of Britain's lush landscapes lie some of nature's most exquisite and endangered treasures - rare wildflowers teetering on the brink of extinction. Enter Ben Jacob, a passionate botanist turned outlaw, whose daring mission to rescue these delicate beauties from the jaws of human encroachment forms the heart of this captivating memoir. With a deep reverence for the natural world and an unwavering determination, Jacob embarks on a covert quest to relocate Britain's rarest orchids and other wildflowers to safe havens, defying laws and risking everything in the name of preservation.
Ben Jacob is a naturalist, conservationist, and author whose love for the outdoors has driven him to take extraordinary measures to protect the fragile ecosystems that sustain our planet's biodiversity. In The Orchid Outlaw, he weaves a spellbinding tale of his personal journey, intertwined with a passionate call to action to safeguard these precious floral gems before they vanish forever. Jacob's intimate connection with nature and his unwavering commitment to preserving its wonders will inspire readers to become stewards of the natural world around them.
Book ISBN: | 9781399802284 |
Book Weight: | 240g |
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.
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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.’