Once Upon a Hillside

A full-color gift book of seven original stories that follow the changing landscape of lives on one hillside from the Stone Age to the present day, celebrating the enduring power of nature and lives well lived with gorgeous illustrations of wildlife and the surrounding landscape.

Format: Hardback
Length: 224 pages
Publication date: 10 November 2022
Publisher: Head of Zeus

A captivating gift book, this masterpiece presents a collection of seven original stories that intricately weave together the evolving tapestry of lives on a solitary hillside, spanning from the Stone Age to the present day. Six thousand years ago, the hillside came into existence, and a remarkable tale unfolded. Among the earliest inhabitants were a Neolithic girl, Roman twins, the daughter of a herbalist, an orphaned bird-scarer, the niece of an archaeologist, and three children without a home. Each of these individuals encountered their unique challenges on the ancient downland. Yet, in this sacred place known as Granny Down, they all found solace and healing. The wilderness, weather, history, archaeology, and folklore intertwine to breathe life into each captivating tale. Accompanied by stunning illustrations that depict the wildlife and surrounding landscape at various historical junctures, this magnificent full-colour gift book serves as a vibrant celebration of the enduring strength and profound impact of nature and the lives well lived.

Weight: 644g
Dimension: 167 x 224 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781801107525