John Wright Books

Look out of your window, walk down a country path or go to the beach in Great Britain, and you are sure to see many wild species that you can take home and eat. From dandelions in spring to sloe berries in autumn, via wild garlic, samphire, chanterelles and even grasshoppers, our countryside is full of edible delights in any season.John Wright is the country's foremost expert in foraging and brings decades of experience, including as forager at the River Cottage, to this seasonal guide. Month by month, he shows us what species can be found and where, how to identify them, and how to store, use and cook them. You'll learn the stories behind the Latin names, the best way to tap a Birch tree, and how to fry an ant, make rosehip syrup and cook a hop omelette.Fully illustrated throughout, with tips on kit, conservation advice and what to avoid, this is an indispensable guide for everyone interested in wild food, whether you want to explore the great outdoors, or are happiest foraging from your armchair.

A passion for cars drives John Wright's life, illustrated through humorous and heartfelt anecdotes from his extensive experiences as a freelance automotive writer. Having driven over 3,000 cars and owned more than 130, he shares tales of mishaps, including a disaster with a Rolls Royce and racing adventures at Bathurst and Targa Tasmania. This memoir captures the thrill of the open road, the allure of various vehicles, and the essence of a life lived in the fast lane, celebrating both triumphs and failures in the automotive world.

Explore innovative dropshipping and Amazon FBA strategies designed for success in 2021. This guide offers actionable insights and techniques to effectively launch and grow your business in the competitive e-commerce landscape. Learn how to optimize your product selection, streamline operations, and maximize profits, ensuring you stay ahead of the curve in the ever-evolving online marketplace.

Understanding complex scientific arguments requires a foundational grasp of chemical reactions and processes. This book explores various controversial issues, emphasizing how a basic knowledge of chemistry can illuminate these debates and enhance comprehension of the world. By connecting scientific principles to real-world applications, it aims to equip readers with the tools necessary to navigate and engage with significant contemporary discussions.

John Wright's concise history of Libya begins in the prehistoric Sahara and concludes with the bloody overthrow of the Gadafi regime and the emergence of a 'new' Libya in 2011.

Hedgerows, moors, meadows and woods - these hold a veritable feast for the forager. In this hugely informative and witty handbook, John Wright reveals how to spot the free and delicious pickings to be found in the British countryside, and how to prepare and cook them. First John touches on the basics for the hedgerow forager, with an introduction to conservation, safety, the law, and all the equipment that you may need. Next he guides you through the tasty edible species to be found. Each one is accompanied by photographs for identification, along with their conservation status, habitat, distribution, season, taste, texture and cooking methods - not forgetting, of course, some fascinating asides and diversions about their taxonomy and history. Fifty species are covered, including bilberries, blackberries, raspberries, common mallow, dandelions, hedge garlic, horseradish, pignuts, nettles, sloes, sweet chestnuts, water mint, bulrushes and wild cherries. After this there is a section describing the poisonous species to steer clear of, with identifying photographs as well as warnings about nasty 'lookalikes'. Finally, there are thirty delicious recipes to show how you can make the most of your (edible) findings. Introduced by Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall, Hedgerow is an indispensable household reference, and an essential book to have by your side for every trip into the countryside.

This book provides the core content required by many of the new GCSE syllabuses. Strongly narrative in approach, there are also many visual and written sources to aid students' understanding of the topics covered. Key Stage 4.

This classic natural history text, originally published in the 18th century, offers a sweeping overview of the planet's plant and animal life. Written by the renowned French naturalist Georges Louis Leclerc Buffon, it provides a fascinating glimpse into the scientific thinking of the era, as well as a comprehensive account of the living world as it was then known.

This comprehensive guide provides expert advice on growing all kinds of fruits, from apples to strawberries. Featuring detailed information on planting, pruning, pest control, and harvesting, this book is an essential resource for any fruit grower, whether you are a beginner or a seasoned expert.