First ever picture book to focus on this unique but overlooked habitat. Stunning, accurate depiction of plants and animals. Strong conservation theme. Perfect read aloud story. See John Wright's 'Hedgerow' for adults: a top seller in its genre, strongly reviewed.
Bestselling author Steven Gaines's "richly entertaining" (People) and juicy social history of the Hamptons. As one of America's most fabled communities--long a magnet for artists, celebrities, the very rich, and their respective hangers-on--the Hamptons have been a scene of constant collision among the established old guard, New Money, and the local families who farmed and fished the region for generations. In serving up three centuries of Hamptons history, Steven Gaines introduces a host of colorful characters including Jackson Pollock, Ron Perelman, Lauren Bacall, and the Bouvier Beales of Grey Gardens infamy. Philistines at the Hedgerow is a mesmerizing feat of storytelling--a book that takes us behind the privet hedges and rolling sand dunes and brings vivid life to the curious passions and personalities that animate the Hamptons.
Down the lane and across the field live...The Hedgerow Dolls. This enchanting book contains a delightful collection of dolls made from 100% wool hand dyed felt, complete with felt, linen, and knitted accessories. You will find... * Linen Dungarees with felt Rabbit Appliqued Pockets. * Knitted Beret with Swiss Darning Embroidery. * Adorable Wooden Peg Doll with felt Hooded Cape. * Fox Satchel for collecting Acorns. These designs are suitable for most toy makers and contain step by step instructions and diagrams for machine sewing, hand stitching, and knitting the components of each project. The Hedgerow Dolls are brought to life on the page by Simone Gooding's adorable illustrations.
Since the beginning of human history, our roots and those of the hedgerows have been intimately entangled. Often forgotten amongst the hedgerows, the 'wild weeds' still offer amazing medicines, delicious food and fascinating legends of our past. In this unique book, Jo Dunbar shows us which plants to pick (or avoid!) and how to use them.
This January, revitalise your recipes with the joys and satisfaction of foraged ingredients from your garden and beyond. In high-end restaurants and in the home, more and more cooks have unearthed the pleasures of using natural, foraged ingredients. But, what few realise is that you don't necessarily have to go rootling in hedgerows or woodlands to find them. Many of our own gardens contain an abundance of edible and medicinal plants, grown mainly for their ornamental appearance. Most gardeners are completely unaware that what they have actually planted is a rather exotic kitchen garden. The Garden Forager explores over 40 of the most popular garden plants that have edible, medicinal or even cosmetic potential, accompanied by recipes, remedies, and interesting facts, and illustrated throughout in exquisite watercolours by Lizzie Harper. This beautifully illustrated book redefines how we look at our gardens and unleashes the unknown potential of everyday plants - making it a must-have for anyone interested in gardening, cooking, or foraging. 'jammed full of fascinating garden lore, culinary history and clever recipes' Susan Low, Delicious
**SHORTLISTED FOR THE ANDRE SIMON PRIZE 2017** 'Beautiful recipes deeply rooted in time and place - my favourite sort of food. Certain to become often used in my kitchen' Anna Jones A cookbook that celebrates seasonal eating, and the landscapes that produce it, from the co-founder of the lifestyle brand Toast. Gather, Cook Feast celebrates the connection between the food that we eat and the land where we live, in over 120 recipes. A seasonal feast of British food, Jessica Seaton is inspired by the food from our seas, our rivers, our farmland, our gardens and our wild places. Full of simple, seasonal and nourishing recipes like braised shortribs with horseradish, courgette fritters with minted yoghurt, mackerel escabeche with wild fennel and kale, and roast vegetable and barley salad with crisped artichokes, alongside puddings, preserves and cakes such as bay and bramble jelly pots, apple and walnut soft cake and rose macaroons, this is a book full of recipes to savour, to share, and to sustain.
In this eloquent plea for compassion and respect for all species, journalist and gardener Nancy Lawson describes why and how to welcome wildlife to our backyards. Through engaging anecdotes and inspired advice, profiles of home gardeners throughout the country, and interviews with scientists and horticulturalists, Lawson applies the broader lessons of ecology to our own outdoor spaces. Detailed chapters address planting for wildlife by choosing native species; providing habitats that shelter baby animals, as well as birds, bees, and butterflies; creating safe zones in the garden; cohabiting with creatures often regarded as pests; letting nature be your garden designer; and encouraging natural processes and evolution in the garden. The Humane Gardener fills a unique niche in describing simple principles for both attracting wildlife and peacefully resolving conflicts with all the creatures that share our world.
New series. Great 'spotting' book. All common species illustrated, plus hedgehog and fox fact pages. Hedgehogs 'at risk' species. Checked and endorsed by Environmental Consultant Paul Lawston. An educational tool.