Exploring stability in an ever-changing world
For the first time, experts from across the National Trust and beyond have come together to produce a beautifully-illustrated book that celebrates the British landscape and wildlife in all its glory. From the ancient oak woodland on the Holnicote Estate in Somerset to the scenic salt-marshes of the north Norfolk coast, this book celebrates our land and is concerned about its future.
'The book is an informative delight, ideal for dipping into and a source of inspiration for those wishing to know these islands better...Within its pages we discover not just the essence of what makes each place so unique, but we dig a little further and discover how it functions. It is not a field guide but a way to truly understand the land beneath our feet,' says Nick Baker.
Part I
The first section of the book describes the major habitats and landscapes of the countryside, including coastline, mountains, forests and woods, rivers and lakes, meadows and downland. Discover the secrets behind butterfly conservation in Devon, the fishy inhabitants of the deepest freshwater lakes in Cumbria and the migration of thousands of birds to wetlands across the country.
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Part II
The second half explores areas of outstanding natural beauty through the regions, taking the reader over the hills and mountains of the Peak District to the loneliness of windswept Dartmoor. These inspiring features – accompanied by a series of beautiful routes for walkers – provide a fascinating insight into our varied and glorious natural heritage.
Buy it now
'The National Trust Book of the Countryside' is available exclusively from the National Trust. You can order online from our bookstore and we will benefit from every sale.
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