The Trespasser's Companion

The Trespassers Companion is a book by Catrina Davies that encourages people to reclaim their connection to nature by trespassing on private land. It argues that this would be better for both humans and nature and provides a guide to how to do it through craft, education, and citizen science.

Format: Hardback
Length: 288 pages
Publication date: 14 April 2022
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC

The countryside is a treasure that belongs to everyone, and this captivating guide by Catrina Davies, author of Homesick, offers us a way to reclaim our connection to nature. Through her book, The Trespassers Companion, Davies encourages us to explore the forgotten corners of our green and pleasant land, even if it means trespassing.

In England, we are often excluded from the majority of our land and waterways, but bestselling writer Nick Hayes shows us how reclaiming our connection to nature would be beneficial for both humans and nature. By crossing the boundaries that keep us away from the countryside, we can rediscover a land that has been hidden from us for too long and reignite our collective responsibility to protect it.

The Trespassers Companion is a rich tapestry of ideas, interwoven with testimonials from expert contributors who share their personal stories of what a connection to nature means to them. These contributors include farmers, landworkers, activists, and authors, each offering unique perspectives and insights.

The book is beautifully illustrated with exquisite woodcut illustrations that add to its charm and appeal. It serves as both a love letter to our land and a call to action. By following the guidance provided in this book, we can forge new paths into the countryside, engage more deeply with nature through craft, education, and citizen science, and rediscover the joy and wonder that comes from being in touch with the natural world.

In conclusion, The Trespassers Companion is a must-read for anyone who wants to explore the countryside, reconnect with nature, and take action to protect it. It is a rallying cry for greater public access to nature and a gentle seditious guide to how to get it. Through its compelling stories, beautiful illustrations, and practical advice, this book offers us a way to reclaim our place in the natural world and create a better future for ourselves and future generations.

Weight: 548g
Dimension: 161 x 240 x 28 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781526646453