Urban Jungle : The History and Future of Nature in the City

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Embark on a captivating journey through the hidden wilderness of our urban landscapes with Ben Wilson's "Urban Jungle: The History and Future of Nature in the City". This Sunday Times bestselling author presents a riveting and timely exploration of nature's role in our metropolitan centres.

Wilson's keen observations and meticulous research challenge the notion that cities are divorced from the natural world. Instead, he unveils the intricate and ever-present bond between urban dwellers and the environment that surrounds them. From the sprawling streets of Los Angeles to the bustling lanes of Delhi, and from the gleaming skyline of Singapore to the picturesque canals of Amsterdam, Wilson uncovers nature's persistent presence in our concrete jungles.

This thought-provoking work delves into the fluctuating relationship between humans and nature throughout history, offering a fresh perspective on urban ecology. As we grapple with the looming spectre of climate change, Wilson proposes an innovative approach to rewilding that could prove instrumental in safeguarding our cities' future.

"Urban Jungle" is a testament to the resilience of nature and a clarion call for a new understanding of our urban environments. It is, as Isabella Tree, author of "Wilding", describes, "Awe-inspiring, full of wonder, warning and hope". This compelling narrative is essential reading for anyone interested in the intricate dance between humanity and nature in our ever-expanding urban world.

Product Information:

Book ISBN: 9781529925005
Book Author: Ben Wilson
Book Format: Paperback / softback
Book Imprint: Vintage
Book Publisher: Vintage Publishing
Book Dimensions: 198 x 129 x 20 cm
Book Publication Date: 2024-03-21
Book Pagination: 304 pages
Book Weight: 230g

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.’

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