A Spotter’s Guide to the Countryside: Uncovering the wonders of Britain’s woods, fields and seashores...

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John Wright

A Spotter’s Guide to the Countryside

Uncovering the wonders of Britain’s woods, fields and seashores

John Wright

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Profile Books Ltd
04 July 2023

Reference works; The countryside, country life; Travel & holiday

Discover the answers behind the mysteries of the countryside in all their fascination and beauty...

Ever wondered about the masses of twigs in bare-branched trees that look like abandoned nests? Seen fuzzy red balls on roses? A stranded pond on a hilltop? Or even considered the shaded ways we walk along?

One of Britain's best-known naturalists, John Wright describes and explores fifty of the natural (and unnatural) puzzles of the countryside that might confound the ever-curious. He reveals the histories and practicalities of those that are man-made and the astounding and intricate lives of the natural wonders around us. From the enormous to the truly tiny he illuminates the oddities that pepper our countryside and reveals the many pleasures of spotting and understanding them.

Informative, entertaining and beautifully illustrated, this is for anyone who has ever gone outside and wondered what is that?

By: John Wright
Imprint: Profile Books Ltd
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Edition: Main
Dimensions: Height: 196mm, Width: 128mm, Spine: 20mm
Weight: 320g
ISBN: 9781788168274
ISBN 10: 1788168275
Pages: 240
Publication Date: 04 July 2023
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

John Wright is a naturalist and one of Great Britain's leading experts on fungi. His most recent books include A Natural History of the Hedgerow and The Forager's Calendar. He lives in Dorset, where he regularly leads forays into nature and goes on long walks across all terrains.

Reviews for A Spotter’s Guide to the Countryside: Uncovering the wonders of Britain’s woods, fields and seashores

BEST NATURE BOOKS OF 2021 'Highly readable ... Apart from his ready knowledge of nature, [John Wright] has a sharp eye, a ready wit and a keen nose for a good story. Superb.' - Countryfile Magazine Praise for The Forager's Calendar: 'He writes so engagingly ... [This book] is a treasure. It is beautifully produced, designed and illustrated.' - John Carey 'John Wright writes as though he's talking directly to you, a good friend in the same room. His harvest of fascinating information is worn lightly, with funny, whimsical observations... this wonderful book should be well-thumbed by anyone who is interested in the natural world.' - BBC Countryfile 'A hugely useful, well-illustrated and often funny book' - The Times