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  • Sixty Years a Queen

    The Story of Her Majesty's Reign

    In "Sixty Years a Queen," Herbert Sir Maxwell meticulously chronicles the remarkable reign of Queen Victoria, weaving together historical analysis with rich narrative detail. The book is both a biography and an era-spanning reflection, capturing the complexities of Victorian society while illuminating the personal and political challenges faced by the monarch. Maxwell's literary style is ... Read more

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  • Trees: A Woodland Notebook

    Enriched edition. Containing Observations on Certain British and Exotic Trees

    In "Trees: A Woodland Notebook," Herbert Sir Maxwell invites readers into the serene embrace of nature, offering a meticulous exploration of the diverse flora that thrives within woodlands. Written in a contemplative and poetic style, the book merges personal reflection with scientific observation, capturing the intricate relationship between humans and trees. Maxwell's vivid descriptions and ... Read more

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  • Trees: A Woodland Notebook

    Enriched edition. Containing Observations on Certain British and Exotic Trees

    In "Trees: A Woodland Notebook," Herbert Sir Maxwell presents a meditative exploration of the flora that defines our woodland landscapes. Through a blend of lyrical prose and observational poetry, Maxwell invites readers to immerse themselves in the intricate life cycles of trees, their aesthetic beauty, and their vital ecological roles. The book stands out for its rich descriptions and insightful ... Read more

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    Expanded Edition

    First published in 1870, The Wild Garden challenged the prevailing garden style of the day and advocated a naturalistic style, in which hardy plants, both native and exotic, are arranged in groupings that mimic wild landscapes. Thanks to Robinson's passionate advocacy, the naturalistic style triumphed, and Robinson's urgent message continues to resonate today. For this newly designed edition, Rick ... Read more

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  • A Natural History of the Hedgerow

    and ditches, dykes and dry stone walls

    by John Wright ...
    It is difficult to think of a more quintessential symbol of the British countryside than the British Hedgerow, bursting with blackberries, hazelnuts and sloes, and home to oak and ash, field mice and butterflies. But as much as we might dream about foraging for mushrooms or collecting wayside nettles for soup, most of us are unaware of quite how profoundly hedgerows have shaped the history of our ... Read more

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  • Woodlands

    ‘Trees are wildlife just as deer or primroses are wildlife. Each species has its own agenda and its own interactions with human activities …’Written by one of Britain’s best-known naturalists, Woodlands offers a fascinating new insight into the trees of the British landscape that have filled us with awe and inspiration throughout the centuries.Looking at such diverse evidence as the woods used in ... Read more

    $6.49 USD

  • The History of the Countryside

    From its earliest origins to the present day, this award-winning, beautifully written book describes the endlessly changing character of Britain's countryside.'A classic' Richard MabeyExploring the natural and man-made features of the land - fields, highways, hedgerows, fens, marshes, rivers, heaths, coasts, woods and wood pastures - he shows conclusively and unforgettably how they have developed ... Read more

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  • Garden Rockery - How to Make, Plant and Manage Them

    This vintage book contains a handbook of garden rockery, being a guide to how to make, plant, and manage it. Comprehensive and profusely illustrated, this accessible guide will appeal to modern green-fingered readers, and would make for a fantastic addition to collections of gardening literature. Contents include: “The Garden”, “Mircocosm of Nature”, “What is Rockery?”, “What Stone to Use”, “Soil” ... Read more

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  • Instructions for Officers and Non-Commissioned Officers of Cavalry, on Outpost Duty

    The Book of Topiary by Charles H. Curtis and W. Gibson is an elegant and inspiring exploration of the art of shaping nature into living sculpture. This timeless guide introduces readers to the refined craft of topiary, where patience, creativity, and precision transform ordinary greenery into extraordinary designs. With thoughtful instruction and artistic vision, the authors reveal how gardens can ... Read more

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  • Woodlands

    Series Book 100 - Collins New Naturalist Library
    The 100th volume of the prestigious New Naturalist series, written by one of Britain's best-known naturalists, explores the significance and history of woodlands on the British landscape‘Trees are wildlife just as deer or primroses are wildlife. Each species has its own agenda and its own interactions with human activities…’This 100th volume of the New Naturalist series presents a landmark in ... Read more

    $22.99 USD

  • A Spotter’s Guide to the Countryside

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

    by John Wright ...
    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 ... Read more

    $12.99 USD

  • In Pursuit of Butterflies

    A Fifty-year Affair

    by Matthew Oates ...
    The butterflies of Britain, in the words of one of their greatest champions.Matthew Oates has led a butterflying life. Naturalist, conservationist and passionate lover of poetry, he has devoted himself to these exalted creatures: to their observation, to singing their praises, and to ensuring their survival. Based on fifty years of detailed diaries, In Pursuit of Butterflies is the chronicle of ... Read more

    $12.99 USD