Deeper Into the Wood: a year in the life of an amateur naturalist, by the author

Description: Deeper Into the Wood by Ruth Pavey Accompanied throughout by the authors evocative hand-drawn illustrations,Deeper Into the Woodis a lyrical and inspiring story; a potent reminder of natures delicate balance and our responsibility toward its preservation. FORMAT Paperback CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description In the late 1990s, Ruth Pavey bought four acres of scrub land above the Somerset Levels. She devoted the next two decades to improving the land into a lush wood; a haven for birds, insects and all manner of wildlife. Beneath the shade of the trees, she now reflects on the fate of her wood.Deeper Into the Wood recounts a year in the life of an amateur naturalist working with wildlife experts to interpret the language of the land with the aim of preserving the wood for generations to come. Lyrically told stories of local people and regional history are accompanied throughout by Ruths beautifully hand-drawn illustrations. Author Biography Ruth Paveyis the Gardening Correspondent for theHam & High. She attended the Rusking School of Drawing and Fine Art, Oxford, and a selection of her illustrated works are included inA Wood of Ones Own, her critically acclaimed debut memoir.Pavey has reviewed books and written features for publications including theObserver,Guardian, New Statesman, Crafts, and theGarden, and was a contributor to BBC Radio 4s programmeKaleidoscope. Review A wonderfully personal evocation of the joys, hard work and meaning of creating a wood for wildlife, written with sensitivity and care. A delightful read Stephen Moss, author of The Robin: A BiographyA rare treat of a book that warms as it informs and leads us deep into the character of one small pocket of England. Ruth Pavey writes with wit, passion and precious little sentimentality Tristan Gooley, author of The Secret World of WeatherWonderful... how love for a small woodland and respect for its local history can enhance wildlife and enrich the human spirit Nick Davies, author of Cuckoo: Cheating by NatureRuth Pavey spins a delicate web between the many branches of her little Somerset wood. Her closely observed changes of wildlife and the changing seasons, echo a growing awareness and concern for life on Earth itself. The authors growth and metamorphosis into an amateur naturalist who has learnt to read the language of trees is profoundly inspirational Gabriel Hemery, author of The New SylvaInquisitive and generous. Pavey shares the love of her wood, past and present, through a fascinating weave of its natural and cultural histories. This book is as companionable as it is interesting Patrick Baker, author of The Unremembered Places Promotional A lyrical and inspiring memoir about nature conservation and a love of place Details ISBN0715654284 Year 2022 ISBN-10 0715654284 ISBN-13 9780715654286 Format Paperback Pages 256 Imprint Duckworth Country of Publication United Kingdom Author Ruth Pavey AU Release Date 2022-05-19 Publication Date 2022-05-19 UK Release Date 2022-05-19 Publisher Duckworth Books DEWEY 942.38086092 Audience General Subtitle a year in the life of an amateur naturalist, by the author of critically acclaimed A Wood of Ones Own NZ Release Date 2022-05-18 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:135159555;

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