Oliver Rackham
The Ancient Woods of South-East Wales
The Ancient Woods of South-East Wales
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The Ancient Woods of South-East Wales is a new book by Oliver Rackham that describes the geology, history, and flora of many individual woods. It was published in collaboration with The Woodland Trust and explores the oddities and mysteries of trees and landscapes, including bell-pits, a strange dwarf oakwood, towering gnarled beeches, and the rare Tintern spurge. Rackham's untimely death in 2015 led to the publication of unfinished manuscripts, including the chapters for this volume.
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 336 pages
Publication date: 05 July 2022
Publisher: Little Toller Books
The ancient woods of south-east Wales are a treasure trove of a rich landscape, offering a captivating glimpse into the geology, history, and flora of numerous individual woods. In his new book, published in collaboration with The Woodland Trust, Oliver Rackham delves into the intriguing stories of these special places, exploring how they have evolved or been altered over time and the potential future changes they may undergo. Rackham's unique style, infused with understated humor and his exceptional insights, brings these histories to life. He was particularly drawn to the peculiarities and mysteries of trees and landscapes, such as bell pits, a mysterious dwarf oakwood, towering gnarled beeches, and the renowned rare Tintern spurge. Throughout the book, Rackham explores the captivating high ridge of Coed Gwent, Wentwood, with a sense of fascination. Tragically, Rackham passed away in 2015, leaving behind unfinished manuscripts that include the chapters for this volume. With its publication, we embark on a journey to explore a place he studied for thirty years and celebrate the remarkable botanical and landscape writer he was. The book's cover, designed by Kurt Jackson, showcases the beauty of the ancient woods and adds to the allure of this captivating collection. This book proudly joins the Oliver Rackham Library, a testament to Rackham's enduring legacy and the enduring fascination with the natural world.
Weight: 606g
Dimension: 225 x 152 x 21 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781908213747
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