Deep Listening to Nature

Andrew Skeoch

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Woodslane
15 August 2023

Mathematics & Sciences; Biology, life sciences; Animal behaviour; Social impact of environmental issues; Health & Self-Help; Wildlife: general interest

Deep Listening to Nature is an invitation to open our ears to the natural world. Beginning by tuning in to the sounds of creatures around us, Andrew discusses how to identify species by call, interpret their communications and find empathy for their sentence. Part reflection, part nature and travel diary, Andrew asks the question: What does listening reveal about how the living systems of nature function, and why do birds in particular negotiate their interactions in such lyrical and extraordinary ways? He concludes by suggesting we not only listen to learn about nature, but learn from nature. He asks how, in our current environmental crisis, we may mimic what the biosphere has achieved in sustaining life as we move toward an ecological future and in doing so, form a deeper and more personal connection to Country. Andrew encourages us to be still and listen. Extend our senses. Let nature get to know us, and in its own way, to welcome us. The book is accompanied by an online soundtrack with 300 audio recordings, which bring the text to life.

By: Andrew Skeoch
Imprint: Woodslane
Country of Publication: Australia
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm, Spine: 17mm
Weight: 458g
ISBN: 9780645756302
ISBN 10: 064575630X
Pages: 296
Publication Date: 15 August 2023
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Andrew Skeoch is an educator, naturalist, environmental thinker, and one of Australia's best-known nature sound recordists. Over the last thirty years, he has documenting the sounds of wild environments around the planet, and through his label 'Listening Earth', published over one hundred recordings featuring habitats from most continents. These albums consistently attract Spotify streaming figures in the many tens of thousands a week. His recordings are also heard in the audio installation at Sydney Wildlife World, and feature in the currently touring Australian Geographic / Northern Pictures immersive installation 'Our Country'. They have contributed to feature films, including Peter Gabriel's soundtrack to Phillip Noyce's 'Rabbit Proof Fence', Disney's 2016 remake of 'The Jungle Book', and the upcoming 'Force of Nature' with Eric Bana. Andrew is an experienced public speaker, having given presentations to audiences ranging from local community and school groups to university students. He has delivered radio features, keynote addresses and a TEDx talk, weaving spectacular recordings with visual analysis. He is also president of the Australian Wildlife Sound Recording Group, a premier association of nature field recordists that encourages skills and passion in a new generation of enthusiasts.

Reviews for Deep Listening to Nature

"""A wonderful, beguiling book, inviting us back home to nature, from which only delusion has estranged us."" - Robyn Davidson, author of Tracks ""A book of uplifting revelations"" - Bob Brown, environmentalist and former senator ""It reads like a love letter to nature. I felt I was on a journey into becoming a listener, and I didn't want the journey to stop."" - Dr Sue Gould, conservation ecologist ""This fascinating book is a convincing argument for why we must listen to our environment and all within it. It also shows us the pleasure and privilege which awaits anyone who is willing to listen deeply."" - Dr Lynne Kelly, AM, author of The Memory Code, Memory Craft & Songlines. ""I was very moved reading this, I feel Andrew offers people a whole new insight into our relationship with the world. This book will be loved by many, and help us return closer to the Earth."" - Brian Walters, AM SC ""I loved Deep Listening to Nature and found it both meditative and moving to read - an antidote to the trauma of world events going on around us. e vicarious travel to some of the most remote areas of the world was a wonderful added bonus - a peek not just at the landscape, but the biodiversity and sounds of the natural habitat. What a joy."" - Kristin Gill, publishing consultant."