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Where the Wildflowers Grow: Longlisted for the Wainwright Prize is a mesmerizing exploration of Britain's and Ireland's botanical wonders, penned by renowned botanist Leif Bersweden. This celebrated work is a heartfelt tribute to the wild beauty that flourishes in our natural landscapes.
In this compelling narrative, Bersweden embarks on a year-long journey, traversing from the rugged coastlines of Cornwall to the serene pine forests of Scotland, while also discovering hidden green havens nestled within urban London. With Where the Wildflowers Grow, readers are invited to immerse themselves in the vibrant flora that enriches our ecosystems.
Longlisted for the esteemed Wainwright Prize, this book serves as both a catalog of native plant species and a profound examination of the challenges they confront, including climate change and habitat loss. Bersweden asks a poignant question: when was the last time you truly noticed a wild plant? His infectious enthusiasm inspires readers to reconnect with nature and appreciate its delicate beauty.
Experience the joy of wildflowers and the essential role they play in our environment with Where the Wildflowers Grow: Longlisted for the Wainwright Prize.
ISBN: | 9781529349573 |
Author: | Leif Bersweden |
Format: | Paperback / softback |
Imprint: | Hodder Paperback |
Publisher: | Hodder & Stoughton |
Dimensions: | 129 x 198 x 31 mm |
Publication Date: | 05 April, 2023 |
Pagination: | 400 pages |
Weight: | 302g |
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.’