The History of the Countryside
- 480 pages
- 17 hours of reading
From its earliest origins to the present day, this award-winning, beautifully written book describes the endlessly changing character of Britain's countryside.
Oliver Rackham Books
October 17, 1939 – February 12, 2015
Oliver Rackham was a leading British historian and ecologist who dedicated his life to studying the British countryside. His research primarily focused on trees, woodlands, and wood pasture, examining how these elements shape and are shaped by history. Through his writings, he offered readers profound insights into ecological history and the intricate relationship between humans and the natural world. His work reveals a deep understanding of the landscape and its enduring evolution.
The renowned botanist Oliver Rackham traces the history and unveils the secrets of the woods of south-east Wales in this book, published in collaboration with the Woodland Trust.
Trees and Woodland in the British Landscape
- 272 pages
- 10 hours of reading
A beautifully written classic of nature writing. 'A masterly account...of supreme interest...a classic' Country Life