Meadowland
The private life of an English field
(Author) John Lewis-Stempel_____ 'BRITAIN'S FINEST LIVING NATURE WRITER' - THE TIMES WINNER OF THE THWAITES WAINWRIGHT PRIZE 2015 What really goes on in the long grass? Meadowland gives an unique and intimate account of an English meadow's life from January to December, together with its biography. In exquisite prose, John Lewis-Stempel records the passage of the seasons from cowslips in spring to the hay-cutting of summer and grazing in autumn, and includes the biographies of the animals that inhabit the grass and the soil beneath: the badger clan, the fox family, the rabbit warren, the skylark brood and the curlew pair, among others. Their births, lives, and deaths are stories that thread through the book from first page to last.
John Lewis-Stempel
John Lewis-Stempel is a British author known for his works in the field of natural history and rural living. His writing style is characterized by its lyrical prose and deep connection to the natural world. He has published over 40 books, including "Meadowland" and "The Running Hare," which have received critical acclaim for their vivid descriptions of the British countryside.
Lewis-Stempel's contributions to literature include his ability to transport readers to the beauty and wonder of the natural world through his immersive storytelling. His work has had a significant impact on the nature writing genre, inspiring readers to appreciate and protect the environment.
One of his most famous works is "The Wild Life," which won the Thwaites Wainwright Prize for Nature Writing in 2015. This book delves into the history and future of the British countryside, highlighting the importance of preserving its biodiversity and wildlife. Through his writing, John Lewis-Stempel has become a prominent voice in the field of nature writing, inspiring readers to reconnect with the natural world and protect it for future generations.
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