Helen Macdonald is an acclaimed writer whose work delves into the intricate relationship between humans and the natural world. Her unique perspective, shaped by her deep knowledge of falconry and conservation, infuses her writing with a profound understanding of animal behavior and ecological interconnectedness. Macdonald's prose is often lyrical and evocative, drawing readers into immersive experiences with nature. Her writing serves as a powerful exploration of our place within the broader environmental landscape.
Helen Macdonald brings together a collection of her best-loved writing along with new pieces covering a thrilling range of subjects. There are essays here on headaches, on catching swans, on hunting mushrooms, on twentieth-century spies, on numinous experiences and high-rise buildings; on nests and wild pigs and the tribulations of farming ostriches
A self-help guide using cognitive behavioural techniques
This guide offers practical strategies for managing chronic pain and improving overall well-being. It combines insights from medical research with personal anecdotes, providing readers with tools to navigate their daily lives despite discomfort. The book emphasizes the importance of mental resilience, lifestyle adjustments, and holistic approaches to pain management, empowering individuals to reclaim their lives and enhance their quality of living.
The Birds and the Bees series was designed for Vintage Classics by Timorous Beasties, the Scottish studio famous for their designs inspired by the natural world. She bought Mabel for GBP800 on a Scottish quayside and took her home to Cambridge, ready to embark on the long, strange business of trying to train this wildest of animals.
YOUR HAPPIEST MEMORY IS THEIR DEADLIEST WEAPON'Fabulous... Present-day science fiction that feels like the best sort of spy novel' NEIL GAIMAN A mysterious eventAn all-American diner appears overnight in a remote British field. More and more objects materialise: toys, fairground rides, pets and other treasured mementos of the past.A weapon like no otherThe deaths quickly follow. A devastating weapon - Prophet - is bringing these memories to life, then stifling innocent people with their own joy. But nobody knows who created it, or why.A fight for the futureSunil Rao and Adam Rubenstein are tasked with investigating this strange new reality. After a troubled past together, they are drawn closer than ever to defend what they both hold most dear... 'Prophet is a blast' Sunday Times'Brilliant. Hypnotically enthralling... I loved it' CHRIS WHITAKER'A fast-paced techno-thriller...immense fun' GuardianREADERS LOVE PROPHET:'It's a wild ride and I loved it!''What an amazing novel...totally compelling''An endlessly inventive sci-fi thriller''Thoroughly enjoyable...full of action, drama, sci-fi twists''Absolutely brilliant'
Originally published: London: Jonathan Cape, 2014.
Examines the diverse symbolism and roles attached to the falcon throughout the centuries
YOUR HAPPIEST MEMORY IS THEIR DEADLIEST WEAPON. This is Prophet. It knows when you were happiest. It gives life to your fondest memories and uses them to destroy you. But who has created it? And what do they want? 'Present day science fiction that feels like the best sort of spy novel' NEIL GAIMAN An all-American diner appears overnight in a remote British field. It's brightly lit, warm and inviting but it has no power, no water, no connection to the real world. It's like a memory made flesh - a nostalgic flight of fancy. More and more objects materialise- toys, fairground rides, pets and other treasured mementos of the past. And the deaths quickly follow. Something is bringing these memories to life, then stifling innocent people with their own joy. This is a weapon like no other. But nobody knows who created it, or why. Sunil Rao seems a surprising choice of investigator. Chaotic and unpredictable, the former agent is the antithesis of his partner Colonel Adam Rubenstein, the model of a military man. But Sunil has the unique ability to distinguish truth from lies- in objects, words and people, in the past and in real time. And Adam is the only one who truly knows him, after a troubled past together. Now, as they battle this strange new reality, they are drawn closer than ever to defend what they both hold most dear. For Prophet can weaponise the past. But only love will protect the future.
The hawk was everything I wanted to be- solitary, self-possessed, free from grief, and numb to the hurts of human life. How do we carry on when someone close to us dies? Is it simply a case of putting one foot in front of the other in a bleak new world or do we need something more? Reeling with grief after the sudden death of her father, Helen Macdonald found herself turning to the wild for comfort. With breathtaking honesty and insight, she recounts her months spent taming a goshawk and how, finally, this strange kinship led her to the first tentative steps to recovery. Selected from H is for Hawk VINTAGE MINIS- GREAT MINDS. BIG IDEAS. LITTLE BOOKS. A series of short books by the world's greatest writers on the experiences that make us human. Discover the Vintage Minis 'Head Space' series- Therapy by Stephen Grosz Family by Mark Haddon
Focusing on the institutions related to witchcraft in Chhattisgarh, this book combines theoretical insights with empirical research to explore the intersections of witchcraft, violence, and modernity. It delves into the societal implications and contemporary issues surrounding these practices, offering a nuanced understanding of how traditional beliefs interact with modern societal dynamics.
The author expresses heartfelt gratitude to those who contributed to the publication of the book, highlighting the special motivation provided by their sister, Ann Macdonald. This acknowledgment emphasizes the importance of support and inspiration in the writing journey.