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Häftad, Engelska, 2025
145 kr
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The Garden Against Time is the No.1 Sunday Times bestseller from acclaimed writer Olivia Laing; a passionate, epic exploration of the power and possibilities of gardens.'What a wonderful book this is' – Nigel Slater‘A book for thinking gardeners everywhere’ – Mary KeenWhen Olivia Laing began to restore a walled garden in Suffolk, an overgrown Eden of unusual plants, the work drew them into an exhilarating investigation of paradise and its long association with gardens.Moving between the real and the imagined, from Milton’s Paradise Lost to a wartime sanctuary in Italy, to a grotesque aristocratic pleasure ground funded by slavery, Laing interrogates the sometimes shocking cost of making paradise on earth.But the story of the garden can also be a place of rebel outposts and communal dreams, from the improbable queer utopia conjured by Derek Jarman on the beach at Dungeness to the vision of a common Eden cultivated by William Morris. New modes of living can and have been attempted amidst the flower beds, experiments that could prove vital in the coming era of radical change.‘This book is what we need right now: paradise, regained’ – Philip Hoare‘Every generation gets one perfect book about gardens and this is ours’ – Julia Bell‘Prepare yourself to be enchanted’ – Jilly Cooper‘The most magical writing’ – Jeremy Lee‘I felt doubly alive after reading it’ – Celia Paul‘Quite literally unputdownable’ – Jinny Blom
Häftad, Engelska, 2026
129 kr
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Pre-order the all-new collection of hair-raising missteps and hilarious antics on Diddly Squat Farm, from gentleman farmer and two-time Sexiest Man Alive winner, Jeremy Clarkson.'Fans of Prime TV series Clarkson's Farm will enjoy this companion' IRISH TIMESUncooperative animals, underperforming crops, and rather less than best-laid plans pursued with unbridled enthusiasm. Clarkson’s farm is the gift that keeps on giving. But, as one overseas visitor* admitted, he only came to Diddly Squat because he just didn’t believe that Jeremy could be so incompetent.Not one to be discouraged, however, our hero decides to bring his misunderstood entrepreneurial flair to bear on a new venture: a pub. And just a few short weeks later, the doors open on The Farmer’s Dog.All British produce, Hawkstone beer on tap, a private bar for farmers and a vintage tractor hanging from the ceiling. The perfect country pub. A welcome distraction from sustainable farming initiatives, psychedelic wheat, angry protests in central London and a headbutting goat.What, you may be asking, could possibly go wrong?On top of the lavatories packing up and the electricity running out, you mean? As the Cotwolds’ newest publican quickly discovers, there’s a lot more to landlording than pulling pints.Just as well, then, that he still has Lisa, Kaleb, Cheerful Charlie and Gerald to help him through. Especially now his doctor’s told him he’s got to become a vegetablist …*along with the whole of the rest of China, apparently___________Praise for Clarkson's Farm:'The best thing Clarkson's done . . . It pains me to say this' GUARDIAN'Shockingly hopeful' INDEPENDENT'Even the most committed Clarkson haters will find him likeable here' TELEGRAPH'Quite lovely' THE TIMES
Häftad, Engelska, 2018
100 kr
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Colorists will love to relax with these 31 idyllic scenes, which capture the peaceful sights of country locales. From antique shop windows and farm stand displays to rustic table settings and covered bridges, the richly detailed illustrations celebrate the endless appeal of rural life. Specially designed for the experienced colorist, Country Charm and other Creative Haven® adult coloring books offer an escape to a world of inspiration and artistic fulfillment. Each title is also an effective and fun-filled way to relax and reduce stress.
Häftad, Engelska, 2025
164 kr
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THE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES AND NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERWINNER OF THE WAINWRIGHT PRIZE FOR NATURE WRITINGWINNER OF THE BOOKS ARE MY BAG READERS AWARDSHORTLISTED FOR THE WOMEN'S PRIZE FOR NON-FICTION, HATCHARDS AND BIOGRAPHERS' CLUB FIRST BIOGRAPHY PRIZEA BOOK OF THE YEAR FOR THE HAY FESTIVAL, SUNDAY TIMES, THE TIMES, FINANCIAL TIMES, SPECTATOR, ECONOMIST, iNEWS and TIME'A beautiful book' - ANGELINA JOLIE'I will be recommending this to everyone' - MATT HAIG'Quietly profound, beautifully written, Hare is now lodged in my heart' - TRACY CHEVALIERImagine you could hold a baby hare and bottle-feed it. Imagine that it lived under your roof and lolloped around your bedroom at night, drumming on the duvet cover when it wanted your attention. Imagine that, over two years later, it still ran in from the fields when you called it and snoozed in your house for hours on end. This happened to me.When Chloe, a city-dwelling professional with a high-pressure job, finds a newly born hare, endangered, alone and no bigger than her palm, she is compelled to give it a chance at survival - despite being the least likely caregiver to this wild animal. Raising Hare is the story of their journey together. It chronicles an extraordinary relationship between human and animal, rekindling our sense of awe towards nature and wildlife. Their improbable bond of trust reminds us that the most remarkable experiences, inspiring the most hope, often arise when we least expect them.This edition includes a moving new chapter
Pocket, Svenska, 2017
89 kr
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Hela världen stormar. Global uppvärmning och väpnade konflikter, flyktingströmmar och ekonomisk oro - allt eskalerar när den industriella civilisationen gasar hela vägen in i kaklet, eldad av olja och dogmen om evig tillväxt. I sin förra bok, Kollaps, visade David Jonstad hur vår civilisation är på väg att gå samma öde till mötes som romarriket, mayaimperiet och resten av historiens fallna civilisationer.
I Jordad ställs frågan hur vi ska försörja oss när kriserna fördjupas och det globala maskineriet börjar falla isär. David Jonstad söker sig bakåt i historien och finner svaret under våra fötter. Han ser en framtid där marken, snarare än marknaden, är vad som tryggar vår försörjning. Där tillgången till ett stycke jord och förmågan att bruka den blir mer värdefullt än tillgången på pengar. Det vill säga, så som det har varit för de allra flesta som levt utanför världshistoriens fossila parentes.
David Jonstad vill inspirera till ett mer jordnära sätt att leva inom planetens gränser och utan att lägga beslag på andras resurser. Boken är också en personlig berättelse om vägen från ett stressat lönearbete i storstan till en friare tillvaro på landet.
Häftad, Engelska, 2024
99 kr
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128,000 letters.Over 20,000 cows.Can you find them all?Welcome to the word search that tests just how much you really like cows.From the first page to the last, the cows multiply, starting with a single 'COW' on page one, two on page two, and so forth, leading up to a staggering 200 cows on page 200. In total, over 20,000 cows are hidden within this legendairy puzzle challenge. Part unclimbable mountain, part mindful word search, this book offers a unique way to blend cognitive exercise with relaxation. Craving a serene but stimulating getaway from life's chaos? 20,000 Cows provides just the right balance of calm and complexity.200 Pages of Puzzles: Each page increases the cows you need to find, making each puzzle progressively more challenging.Fun for All Ages: Perfect for kids, adults, and seniors looking to enhance their pattern recognition and concentration skills.Unleash your Cow-petitive Side: Compete with friends and family to see who can spot the most cows. It's an un-bull-ievably addictive way to spend an afternoon!Soothing Moo-indful Fun: Dip into the book when you need time alone from the hustle and bustle of daily life.Whether it's for a lazy Sunday, a family game night, or a quirky gift for that puzzle lover in your life, this book promises hours of entertainment.
Inbunden, Svenska, 2023
345 kr
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Intresset för självhushållning bara växer. I spåren av pandemi och med stigande mat- och elpriser, livsmedelskris och klimathot blir vi allt fler som längtar efter ett enklare liv på landet.
Denna reviderade utgåva innehåller 130 sätt att bli mer självhushållande och visar hur man kan ta tillvara det som naturligt finns omkring en. Boken är uppdaterad med nya regler och rön, samt en stor andel recept och självhushållning vad gäller maten. Hur du tar hand om grönsaksskörden, gör egen ost och fil, odlar spannmål eller blir självförsörjande på hasselnötter och honung. Niklas Kämpargård lär ut huskurer och kompostering, växelbruk och fårskötsel. Hur man klarar sin elförsörjning, hamlar träd och vattnar snålt.
Den här boken riktar sig både till dig som vill inspireras till att leva ett grönare liv och till dig som redan tagit steget mot att bli en fullfjädrad självhushållare. Hållbarhet, självhushållning och krismedvetande i ett.
Häftad, Engelska, 2022
139 kr
Skickas inom 5-8 vardagar
Pull on your wellies, grab your flat cap and join Jeremy Clarkson in this hilarious and fascinating behind-the-scenes look at the infamous Diddly Squat FarmTHE NO. 1 SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER'Brilliant . . . laugh-out-loud' Daily Telegraph'Outrageously funny . . . will have you in stitches' Time Out_________Welcome to Clarkson's farm.It's always had a nice ring to it. Jeremy just never thought that one day his actual job would be 'a farmer'.And, sadly, it doesn't mean he's any good at it.From buying the wrong tractor (Lamborghini, since you ask . . .) to formation combine harvesting, getting tied-up in knots of red tape to chasing viciously athletic cows, our hero soon learns that enthusiasm alone might not be enough.Jeremy may never succeed in becoming master of his land, but, as he's discovering, the fun lies in the trying . . ._________'Very funny . . . I cracked up laughing on the tube' Evening StandardPraise for Clarkson's Farm:'The best thing Clarkson's done . . . it pains me to say this' GUARDIAN'Shockingly hopeful' INDEPENDENT'Even the most committed Clarkson haters will find him likeable here' TELEGRAPH'Quite lovely' THE TIMESDiddly Squat, Number 1 Sunday Times bestseller, October 2022
Häftad, Engelska, 2024
245 kr
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In Gundog SOS, respected trainer, judge and competitor Laura Hill takes an in-depth look at common mistakes and what can be learnt from them. She looks at avoiding potential pitfalls in the first place, unpacks ‘bad behaviour’, analyses the relevance of the relationship between trainer and dog, and gives practical strategies for improvement in training partnerships. Supported by illustrations, case studies and exercises, this essential resource comprehensively addresses the most frequently occurring training problems and provides workable solutions to help readers to improve or fix them.
Inbunden, Svenska, 2024
219 kr
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När vi pratar om att människor kan bete sig fåraktigt utgår vi från att alla får beter sig likadant. Det stämmer inte med min erfarenhet. Vissa är tillgivna, andra benägna att stångas. Några är envist självständiga, andra söker hjälp från oss när de behöver det. Och vissa kan få uppdraget att leda hjorden hem. De är lika mycket individer som vi är.
Rosamund Young har drivit ett ekologiskt jordbruk i Costwolds i över fyrtio år. Här berättar hon om ett långt liv i djurens tjänst och delar med sig av anekdoter från det rika djurlivet på Kite s Nest Farm där fårens, kornas, hönsens och grisarnas personligheter får frodas och utvecklas fritt. Det är en berättelse om glädje, upptäckter, samarbete och ibland hjärtesorg. Vi får läsa om får som skäms över att bli gamla, intelligensen hos förment dumma höns, konversationer mellan kor och varför man aldrig ska skicka ett sms när man mjölkar ...
ROSAMUND YOUNG driver ett ekologiskt lantbruk med gårdsförsäljning i England. Hon har tidigare givit ut Kornas hemliga liv (2018) som blev en oväntad succé.
"en ljuvlig bok att dyka ner i En sak är säker, efter att du läst den här boken kommer du ha en annorlunda syn på får." DAILY MAIL
"Den är ett bevis på kraften i långsamma observationer, och det är en lärdom för oss alla." SUNDAY TIMES
Inbunden, Svenska, 2025
298 kr
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Brukshästen har inte spelat ut sin roll i vårt moderna samhälle tvärtom. Faktum är att det har tillkommit nya arbetsuppgifter för denna trotjänare. Hästen gör mindre åverkan, mindre markskador och är dessutom miljövänligare. I den här boken får vi följa ett antal aktiva brukshästkuskar i Halland, Skåne, Småland och Västergötland och vara med i jordbruk, skogsbruk, evenemangskörningar och andra sammanhang.
Några använder hästarna som ett komplement i jordbruket, medan andra helt förlitar sig på hästen. En av kuskarna har kört med hästar i andras skogar i 50 år och till största delen med griplastarvagn. Med fantastiska bilder fångar Nils Andersson det tysta samspelet mellan kusk och häst som oftast går via tömmarna.
Häftad, Engelska, 2021
145 kr
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THE SUNDAY TIMES NATURE BOOK OF THE YEARThe new bestseller from the author of The Shepherd's Life'A beautifully written story of a family, a home and a changing landscape' Nigel Slater As a boy, James Rebanks's grandfather taught him to work the land the old way. Their family farm in the Lake District hills was part of an ancient agricultural landscape: a patchwork of crops and meadows, of pastures grazed with livestock, and hedgerows teeming with wildlife. And yet, by the time James inherited the farm, it was barely recognisable. The men and women had vanished from the fields; the old stone barns had crumbled; the skies had emptied of birds and their wind-blown song. English Pastoral is the story of an inheritance: one that affects us all. It tells of how rural landscapes around the world were brought close to collapse, and the age-old rhythms of work, weather, community and wild things were lost. And yet this elegy from the northern fells is also a song of hope: of how, guided by the past, one farmer began to salvage a tiny corner of England that was now his, doing his best to restore the life that had vanished and to leave a legacy for the future. This is a book about what it means to have love and pride in a place, and how, against all the odds, it may still be possible to build a new pastoral: not a utopia, but somewhere decent for us all.'A heartfelt book and one that dares to hope' Alan Bennett'A wonder of a book, fierce, tender, and beautiful' Helen MacdonaldWinner of the Wainwright PrizeWinner of the Fortnum & Mason Food Book of the YearShortlisted for the Orwell PrizeShortlisted for the Ondaatje Prize Longlisted for the Rathbones Folio Prize
Häftad, Engelska, 2019
339 kr
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OVER 1 MILLION COPIES SOLD: The 50th anniversary edition of the classic manual for sustainable living-with 900+ pages covering basic country skills and wisdom for living off the land!Whether you're homesteading, prepping, or living off-grid, keep your family healthy, safe, and self-sufficient-no matter what's going on in the world.From homesteaders to urban farmers, and everyone in between, there is a desire for a simpler way of life: a healthier and self-sufficient natural lifestyle that allows you to survive and thrive-even in uncertain times. Carla Emery's classic guide will teach you how to live off the grid, be prepared, and do it yourself. * Can, dry, and preserve food* Plan your garden with a beginner's guide to gardening* Grow your own food* Make 20-minute cheese* Make your own natural skincare products* Bake bread* Cook on a wood stove* Learn beekeeping* Raise chickens, goats, and pigs* Create natural skincare products* Make organic bug spray* Treat your family with homemade natural remedies* Make fruit leather* Forage for wild food* Spin wool into yarn* Mill your own flour * Tap a maple tree* And so much more!The Encyclopedia of Country Living has been guiding readers for more than 50 years, teaching you all the skills necessary for living independently off the land. Whether you live in the city, the country, or anywhere in between, this is the essential guide to living well and living simply.
Häftad, Engelska, 2020
329 kr
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Keep healthy, productive bees without chemicals, stress, or constant intervention. Master beekeeper reveals natural methods that work with bee biology instead of against it, producing more honey with less work while building stronger, disease-resistant colonies.Why Chemical-Free Beekeeping Works Better:Conventional beekeeping relies on treatments that weaken bee immunity and create dependency. This natural approach strengthens hives from within, resulting in healthier bees, better honey yields, and dramatically reduced colony losses.What You'll MasterNatural hive management - work with bee instincts rather than fighting them Chemical-free disease prevention - build immunity through nutrition and environmentStress-free seasonal care - minimal intervention techniques that bees prefer Honey harvesting ethics - take surplus while ensuring winter survivalProblem diagnosis - read bee behavior to prevent issues before they startResults You Can Expect:Beekeepers using these methods report 90% lower colony losses, 40% higher honey yields, and 75% less time spent on hive maintenance compared to conventional chemical-dependent approaches.Transform beekeeping from constant worry to joyful partnership with nature. Your bees (and your harvest) will thank you.
Häftad, Engelska, 2026
192 kr
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The New York Times and Irish Times bestseller After the sudden death of his father, Dara Waldron became disoriented in a world that had once filled him with wonder. A year later, he meets an abandoned border collie called Oscar hiding on a derelict farm in County Clare. When Dara brings him home, he believes he’s committing an act of rescue. Oscar’s submissive behaviour hints at a difficult upbringing and, determined to earn his trust, Dara cares for him, walks with him and learns all he can about one of Ireland’s most beloved working breeds. As their unexpected companionship brings comfort to their troubled lives, Dara realises that Oscar might be the one doing the rescuing.Set against the beauty of rural Ireland, A Sheepdog Named Oscar is a moving memoir about grief, healing and the incredible bond between humans and dogs. Beautifully written and rich with Waldron’s experience, Dara blends nature writing with a deeply personal story of recovery, revealing how small acts of loyalty can lead us back from darkness into life.‘This book will do great good, and bring light to many lives’ Donal Ryan, author of The Spinning HeartDara Waldron, New York Times bestseller, September 2025; Irish Times bestseller, May 2026
Häftad, Engelska, 2026
145 kr
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*** THE INSTANT TOP TEN BESTSELLER ***HIGHLY COMMENDED FOR THE 2025 WAINWRIGHT PRIZE FOR NATURE WRITING SHORTLISTED FOR THE RICHARD JEFFERIES AWARDPaul Lamb is a hedgelayer. He lives in his wagon and works to the rhythm of the seasons, a way of life that has almost vanished. From the end of summer until the birds nest in the spring, he travels the south-west corner of England, maintaining the ancient boundaries of our nation.As traditional management techniques are lost to modernisation, hedgerows and the wildlife they support have declined dramatically. Paul has devoted decades to saving and rejuvenating this important but often forgotten part of Britain's countryside.Of Thorn & Briar is Paul’s spellbinding account of living in partnership with the land, practising his craft with skill and preserving our heritage for future generations. Once you’ve read it, you will never look at the humble hedgerow in the same way again.‘[A] beguiling book . . . this spare but elegant account is an unexpected delight, and as soothing as a walk down a tree-dappled lane at sunset’ Daily Mail ‘Gentle, evocative and compelling’ Patrick Barkham, The Oldie ‘This is a delightful book and one that deserves to enter the pantheon of distinguished Nature writing’ Country Life
Häftad, Engelska, 2021
143 kr
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'This book deserves a place in your bookcase next to Harari's Sapiens. It's every bit as fascinating and is surely destined to be just as successful' Julian Norton From the plains of ancient Mesopotamia to the vast sheep farms of modern-day Australia, sheep have been central to the human story. Since our our Neolithic ancestors' first forays into sheep-rearing nearly 11,000 years ago, these remarkable animals have fed us, clothed us, changed our diet and language and financed the conquest of large swathes of the earth.Sally Coulthard weaves this fascinating story into a vivid and colourful tapestry of engaging anecdotes and extraordinary ovine facts, whose multiple strands celebrate just how pivotal these woolly animals are to almost every aspect of human society and culture.This title was published also in the United States under the title Follow the Flock.'A snappy, stimulating book, and certainly not just for shepherds' Mail on Sunday'Full of fascinating social history' Independent'You won't look at a sheep in the same way again' Country Living
Häftad, Svenska, 2021
248 kr
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Detta är en mycket annorlunda bok och kanske den första sitt slag; en bok om hur man får en enklare och SMARTare vardag med hjälp av sin hund. Likaså är det den första boken med tips, råd och fokus på hur man tränar hund om man har en funktionsnedsättning men träningsråden passar alla hundägare som vill träna sin hund på ett kreativt och SMART sätt. I denna bok har erfarenheter och material samlats från SMART hundutbildning, ett 3-årigt Arvsfonden projekt, men här finns också mycket information kring likheter och skillnader mellan SMART hundarna och certifi erade assistans hundar.
Häftad, Engelska, 2018
145 kr
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ROSAMUND'S LATEST BOOK THE WISDOM OF SHEEP & OTHER ANIMALS IS AVAILABLE FOR PREORDER NOW***A Sunday Times bestseller******A Times Book of the Year 2017***WITH A FOREWORD BY ALAN BENNETT'A lovely, thoughtful little book about the intelligence of cows.' James Rebanks, author of The Shepherd's LifeCows are as varied as people. They can be highly intelligent or slow to understand, vain, considerate, proud, shy or inventive.Although much of a cow's day is spent eating, they always find time for extra-curricular activities such as babysitting, playing hide and seek, blackberry-picking or fighting a tree.This is an affectionate record of a hitherto secret world.
Inbunden, Svenska, 2015
114 kr
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Följ med ut i de svenska rapsmarkerna och titta in i de böljande raps¬fältens hemliga vrår. Du får veta det mesta om fröer, pålrötter och träffa en och annan rapsbagge. Du kan både se och läsa om hur raps odlas, förädlas och hur det går till att pressa olja.1:a pris!Vinnare i kategorin råvara när Måltidsakademin utsåg "Årets svenska måltidslitteratur 2016"Boken Rapsolja med smak från svenska gårdar är den första boken i Sverige om kulturväxten raps och kallpressad rapsolja. Den tar dig med på en resa i gränslandet mellan skön fakta och konkret underhållning, kantad med vackra och viktiga bilder. Vi guidar dig genom en oljeprovning och avslöjar några av rapsens bästa smakkompisar. För nu är det så att ingen kallpressad rapsolja är den andra smaklik. Du kan förnimma allt från blommiga och nötiga dofter till milda gräsiga och ljuvligt smaksatta smaker. Enkla recept och några oväntade tips finns också med. Och med tanke på det lilla som skrivits i ämnet hittills vi vet att du kommer att få fler än en aha-upplevelse.Vi besöker tio av Sveriges småskaliga rapsbönder och mathantverkare, från tidig februari till tid för höstsådd. Vi besöker gården där allting började och gläntar på dörren till vad som egentligen hände i ladugården på Julita Gård tidigt 1990-tal. Du får möta bonden som tar jaktlicens mellan amningarna, för att kunna försvara sina rapsåkrar mot vildsvin. Du får veta vems rapsolja som hamnade i råvarukorgen i tävlingen Årets kock och vem som menar att Rapsen är som räntan, den arbetar året om.
Inbunden, Engelska, 2026
226 kr
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An enchanting journey of restoration and rediscovery in the heart of the New Forest . . .‘The perfect tonic for our chaotic times.’ - Sophy Roberts, author of Lost Pianos of Siberia and A Training School for ElephantsSome moments in childhood are frozen in time, vivid and vital, an anchor. When James Aldred tracked down an old horse-drawn wagon he once played in, he found himself inside one such moment again. However broken and rotten, it transported him to a magical summer in the New Forest forty years ago and awakened in him the possibility of reliving it with his young family.In his evocative memoir, Aldred chronicles his return to a cherished landscape. As he painstakingly restores the wagon, learning from local crafts people, he delves into both the New Forest's natural history and storied past, tracing its roots back to the 16th century and even further to the time of William the Conqueror. Camera traps reveal otters hunting in the brook nearby, while the nearby goshawk nest and fox earth speak to the area's thriving wildlife.Masterfully observed, A Wagon in the Woods is a celebration of both people and place, and the timeless bond between land, history and the enduring spirit of adventure.‘Aldred has travelled the world driven by his love for trees. But the forest he loves most is here at home-the New Forest. This wonderful book takes us all into the depth of his special place - reminding us that we all need our own special wild place.’ - Alastair Fothergill, producer of The Blue Planet, Planet Earth, and Frozen Planet 'An inspirational tale of discovery and a passionate quest to fulfil a life-long dream.' - Ella Al-Shamahi, British explorer, paleoanthropologist, evolutionary biologist, stand-up comic and presenter
Inbunden, Engelska, 2026
215 kr
Skickas inom 7-10 vardagar
As seen on BBC's hit shows, Escape to the Country and Countryfile, this is Jules Hudson's first memoir.Wild at Heart documents the highs and lows and moments of triumph and tragedy Hudson has experienced both on and off our screens."Throughout what has been a colourful life and exciting career, I've often joked at many memorable moments along the way that they would definitely go into 'the book'!"A household name to millions, Jules Hudson has been a familiar face on TV for decades. Fronting hit shows from Escape to the Country to Winter and Springtime on the Farm and Countryfile, he has become an integral part of life for the 'Farmy Army' of dedicated fans.It hasn't been a straight path to an idyllic new life in the rural landscapes of Britain however.In his first memoir, Jules reveals the highs and lows and moments of triumph and tragedy he has experienced both on and off our screens.Jules pens an inspiring and evocative portrait not only of his own life, but of the countryside and people he found his true home with.Taking readers from his beginnings in urban Essex to the mountains, fields and woods - not to mention the animals - of his new home in the countryside, his journey shows that all along he really was Wild at Heart.
Inbunden, Engelska, 2021
178 kr
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‘The beginnings of a bitter-sweet commission: a mistle thrust’s egg, heralding a brief but very welcome return to spring… This year has been in such a hurry, at times almost tripping over itself in its keenness to reach autumn, and now she’s here.’ Highly respected illustrator Anna Koska is best known for her drawings of fish and fruit and is widely celebrated by food journalists and restaurateurs. In this mindful, artistic journal, Anna celebrates the natural world; the changing of the seasons, the blossoming of flowers and the ripening of fruit. Working in watercolour, pen and ink, oils and luscious egg tempera, Anna’s illustrations are reproduced in beautiful detail and they are accompanied by her musings and observations of objects, engaging us in the everyday realities of her artistic practice.Anna sources inspiration from the flora and fauna in the fields and forests surrounding her home in East Sussex. Her illustrations root us in nature, allowing us to pause to admire and appreciate the beauty and significance of everyday occurrences – whether she is drawing wasps feasting on apples fallen in the orchard, or trying to capture the cerulean blue of a winter sky.In this book, image and narrative text are wedded to create a beautiful journey through the seasons, taking time to appreciate our surroundings.‘It started with my favourite fish, a red mullet, all bronze, copper, gills and scales. Then mackerel, coloured like a Scandi sky. Soon enough, I was seduced by a sketch of figs and Anna’s alluring tones.’ Allan Jenkins, Observer Food Magazine.
Del 46 - SOLMED
Fårkonsulenter på 1700-talet : biografisk matrikel över eleverna vid Jonas alströmers schäferskola på Höjentorp och i Alingsås 1736-64
Inbunden, Svenska, 2010
172 kr
Skickas inom 7-10 vardagar
Åren 1736-64 fanns på västgötska Höjentorp och i Alingsås en skola där man utbildade provinsialschäfrar - fårkonsulenter på modern svenska. Författaren har efter noggrann forskning fått fram uppgifter om ett 60-tal av elevernas liv och leverne. Biografierna tar även upp deras verksamhet ute i landet som då omfattade även Finland. Uppgifterna kan vara till stor hjälp för lokalhistoriker och släktforskare.
Boken inleds med en artikel av agrarhistorikern Carin Martiin.
Del 1 - rural trilogy
Corduroy
Häftad, Engelska, 2008
227 kr
Skickas inom 10-15 vardagar
Adrian Bell (1901-1980) was born in Lancashire and grew up in London but wished for a life in the open air. In 1920 he apprenticed himself to a West Suffolk farmer, an experience that would inspire him to farm on his own. His celebrated trilogy Corduroy (1930), Silver Ley (1931) and The Cherry Tree (1932) grew out of that same raw material, and Corduroy (reissued here with an introduction by his son, the journalist Martin Bell) remains his most admired work.'There is a vitality and freshness of manner about this modern pastoral which carries one easily along through a pleasant maze of turnips, mangolds, and the yearly routine of a Suffolk farm. As the seasons change and the crops come and go, the green young apprentice is gradually initiated into the mysteries of coaxing a hazardous living from the soil.' Spectator
Inbunden, Engelska, 2021
426 kr
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Häftad, Engelska, 2023
252 kr
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Dry stone walls – the thousands of miles of stone ribbon stretching across the landscapes of the Scottish Highlands, Yorkshire Dales and Cotswolds – use construction methods which have existed for thousands of years. Indeed, dry stone structures in the Orkney Islands and Ireland are even older than the Egyptian pyramids. A dry stone wall is more than a pile of rocks. It is a carefully built combination of specialized stones, each co-operating with the other to create something useful, strong and attractive. No mortar is used. The wall relies on friction and gravity, and the skill of the builder, to keep it together. The basic building principles are easily learned and this book provides step-by-step instructions to develop the skills to build many different types of wall and structure. With nearly 200 photographs and diagrams,
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Inbunden, Engelska, 2026
229 kr
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No animal better symbolises the desire to get closer and the need to respect distance than the owl.These remarkable creatures are both among and apart from us: sharing the same environments but carrying a sense of mystique as they beat their wings low over the fields where they hunt, or swoop up and around to their nest, high in a tree or haystack. There is something ethereal, awe- and fear-inspiring about the appearance and movement of these birds: graceful, distinctive, almost otherworldly. It is not hard to see why observers long ago watched the owl and deemed it a visitor from another place, with either a great or terrible message to impart. Every encounter with an owl is special, somehow new, and stands alone even as it helps you to understand patterns and connections.The silent approach of a white Barn Owl angel over a paddock is one of the most alluring images in the British countryside. The t’wit and the answering t’wo of the Tawny owl is a classic of the night. Both are tiny insights into the amazing lives of the owls that are found around us. Ghosts of the Night is a wonderful insight into every element of our British Owls – Barn and Tawny and their even more enigmatic cousins the Short-eared, Long-eared and Little. How well do they hear, how silently do they fly and how do they live in the ever changing countryside.Chris Sperring is the acknowleged expert and he explains everything you have ever wanted to know about these amazing creatures.
E-bok
Engelska, 2012204 kr
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From the author whose books inspired the BBC series All Creatures Great and Small, It Shouldn’t Happen to a Vet is the second volume of James Herriot's classic memoirs; a book for all those who find laughter and joy in animals, and who know and understand the magic and beauty of Britain’s wild places.Lesson number one: When taking a cow’s temperature the old-fashioned way, never let go of the thermometer . . .Now firmly ensconced in the sleepy Yorkshire village of Darrowby, recently qualified vet James Herriot has acclimatized to life with his unpredictable colleagues, brothers Siegfried and Tristan Farnon. But veterinary practice in the 1930s was never going to be easy, and there are challenges on the horizon, from persuading his clients to let him use his ‘modern’ equipment, to becoming an uncle (to a pig called Nugent). Throw in his first encounters with Helen, the beautiful daughter of a local farmer, and this year looks to be as eventful as the last . . .
E-bok
Engelska, 2012205 kr
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'I grew up reading James Herriot's book and I'm delighted that thirty years on they are still every bit as charming, heartwarming and laugh-out-loud funny as they were then.' – Kate Humble Fresh out of Veterinary College, and shoulder-deep in an uncooperative cow, James Herriot’s first job is not panning out exactly as expected . . .To a Glaswegian like James, 1930s Yorkshire appears to offer an idyllic pocket of rural life in a rapidly changing world. But even life in the sleepy village of Darrowby has its challenges. On the one hand there are his new colleagues, Siegfried and Tristan Farnon, two brothers who attract a constant stream of local girls to whom James is strangely invisible. On the other he must contend with herds of semi-feral cattle, gruff farmers with incomprehensible accents and an overweight Pekingese called Tricki Woo . . .Heartbreaking and hilarious in equal measure, If Only They Could Talk is a book for all those who find laughter and joy in animals, and who know and understand the magic and beauty of Britain’s wild places.James Herriot's books were televised in the enormously popular series All Creatures Great and Small.