Wildwood : A Journey Through Trees

Wildwood, a cherished masterpiece of nature writing by Roger Deakin, the environmentalist behind Waterlog, delves into the intricate relationship between wood, nature, culture, and human existence. This captivating exploration has been hailed as 'breathtaking' and 'vividly written' by the Sunday Times, with one reader likening Deakin's prose to the effortless grace of a blackbird's song.

Embarking from his Suffolk abode, Deakin undertakes a remarkable odyssey spanning Britain, Europe, Central Asia, and Australia. His quest: to unravel the profound connection between humankind and the arboreal world. Along the way, he immerses himself in the lives of diverse woodlanders, dwelling in rustic shacks and cabins, pursuing the elusive wild apple groves of Kazakhstan, engaging in traditional coppicing in Suffolk, bathing beneath the majestic walnut trees of the Haut-Languedoc, and joining Aboriginal women in their hunt for bush plums in the outback.

Wildwood seamlessly weaves together autobiography, history, travelogue, and astute observations on natural history. It's an unparalleled journey into the heart of the woods, where Deakin posits we go 'to grow, learn and change'. This extraordinary work has garnered high praise, with Will Self deeming it 'enthralling' in the New Statesman, and the Independent lauding it as 'some of the finest naturalist writing for many years'.

For aficionados of Robert Macfarlane and Colin Tudge, Deakin's Wildwood offers a lyrical, literate, and insightful exploration of our sylvan bonds. As Craig Brown of the Mail on Sunday notes, it's 'enchanting, very funny', with each page unveiling fascinating nuggets of wisdom. This remarkable tome not only entertains but also deepens our appreciation for the natural wonders that surround us, cementing Deakin's status as one of the greatest nature writers of our time.

Product Information:

Book ISBN:	9780141010014
Book Author:	Roger Deakin
Book Format:	Paperback / softback
Book Imprint:	Penguin Books Ltd
Book Publisher:	Penguin Books Ltd
Book Dimensions:	195 x 127 x 28 cm
Book Publication Date:	2008-06-26
Book Pagination:	416 pages, Integrated Line Drawings
Book Weight:	290g