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The Blackbird's Song & Other Wonders of Nature

A year-round guide to connecting with the natural world

Miles Richardson author Evelyn Dunne illustrator

Format:Hardback

Publisher:New River Books Ltd

Published:24th Oct '24

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'A wonderful "rough guide" to the planet we live on... Read it and pass it on as a gift of love from you to those around you so they can learn to feel comfortable in their own skins and ultimately, be happy.' Sir Tim Smit, The Eden Project

An almanac, focused on reconnecting with the great outdoors for the benefit of both us and nature.


Each month in The Blackbird's Song, Miles Richardson delves into the science and mythology behind our relationship with nature, exploring everything from our kinship with plants to the way in which nature influences our moods.

Along the way, he offers a range of activities to help us access the benefits of the natural world.

Whether it be 'joy-watching' birds, rediscovering wonder, foraging for Christmas crafts or going on an urban safari, this book contains all the tools and inspiration you need to unlock the transformative power of nature and find real meaning in your life.

Praise for Miles Richardson's Reconnection:

Miles Richardson poetically and expertly explores this monumental issue of our time and how we might go about fixing it.

* Ben Goldsmith, philanthropist and environmentalist *

Praise for Miles Richardson's Reconnection:

Thought-provoking, inspiring and a joy to read.

* Megan McCubbin, zoologist, conservationist and TV presenter *

Praise for Miles Richardson's Reconnection:

Hugely sophisticated thought and ideas framed within the most direct and simple language... All young people and everyone else concerned for the future of life on Earth should read it.

* Mark Cocker, author of One Midsummer’s Day *
A wonderful "rough guide" to the planet we live on... Read it and pass it on as a gift of love from you to those around you so they can learn to feel comfortable in their own skins and ultimately, be happy. * Sir Tim Smit, The Eden Project *
Inspiring and rooted in research, The Blackbird's Song will surely transform lives. * Melissa Harrison, author and nature writer *
A treasury of practical ways to reconnect with nature and feed your soul. * Mary-Ann Ochota, author and broadcast

ISBN: 9781915780256

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: unknown

224 pages