Nature Tales for Winter Nights

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From the author of Fifty Words for Snow comes a captivating anthology of nature tales that infuse winter nights with magic and wonder. As evenings grow shorter, this seasonal collection invites you to explore the beauty of winter in its various forms—rural, wild, and urban. Spanning from late autumn through the depths of winter and into the hopeful arrival of spring, it features both well-known figures and exciting new voices. Travel alongside the naturalist Linnaeus as he journeys on horseback in Lapland, witness the frost fairs on the Thames, and learn about witch-hazel harvesting in Connecticut. Experience Alpine adventures, polar bird myths, and courtship rituals in snow-covered landscapes of classical Japan and ancient Rome. The anthology includes reflections from Beth Chatto's garden and Tove Jansson's childhood, alongside artists' letters, excerpts from Anne Frank's diary, and fireside stories from indigenous cultures. A perfect companion for hibernation, this collection will transport you through time and across the globe this winter. Praise for the author’s previous work highlights its exquisite nature, urging readers to embrace the season with warmth and comfort.