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The Secret Life of the Owl, by bestselling and prize-winning author John Lewis-Stempel, is a stunningly illustrated hardback that delves deep into the enchanting world of owls. A perfect gift for nature enthusiasts, this beautifully crafted book celebrates the lore and majesty of these mythical creatures.
This small format book offers an engaging overview of the owl's significance across cultures, answering every curiosity with insightful brevity. John Lewis-Stempel, hailed as one of the best nature writers of his generation by Country Life, takes readers on a captivating journey through the history and symbolism of owls, including their representation as wise guardians and mysterious messengers.
With the rich cultural references and quotations that are a hallmark of Stempel’s writing, readers will find themselves entranced by:
This book has garnered praise from esteemed publications, with Daily Mail highlighting its economy of language and depth of insight. Reviewers have described it as “hypnotic reading” and “absolutely fascinating,” making it hard to put down once opened.
Experience the allure and wisdom of owls through this lyrical celebration. Discover the secrets they hold and appreciate why they have captivated human imagination for millennia.
ISBN: | 9780857524560 |
Author: | John Lewis-Stempel |
Format: | Hardback |
Imprint: | Doubleday |
Publisher: | Transworld Publishers Ltd |
Dimensions: | 137 x 205 x 15 mm |
Publication Date: | 19 October, 2017 |
Pagination: | 96 pages |
Weight: | 220g |
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.’
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.’