Nick Pierce is an editor and author. He studied English Language and Literature at the University of Oxford and is an enthusiastic rambler and forager, often spending his weekends exploring Britain's majestic woodland. His other interests include cinema and history. He has yet to try harvesting and cooking snails or grasshoppers, but is sure that one day he'll feel brave enough to try! He is based in West Sussex.

"...a miscellany of fact and fiction covering everything from how a tree works to woodland fauna, foraging and folklore....Beautifully illustrated and with inspirational quotations, it's ideal for sharing the wonders of woodlands with friends and family."--Small Woodland Owners' Group

"This beautifully presented book is a treasure trove of practical information, magical tales and folklore about forests...there's a craft section with plans for a bird house, an introduction to whittling techniques and a guide to coppicing...Safety advice is provided throughout alongside guides to identifying edible plants and fungi and even invertebrates...With its entertaining prose and beautiful illustrations, this is a perfect book to dip into when you're taking a well-earned rest from furniture making!"--Furniture & Cabinet Making

"Suitable for both adults and teens, the illustrated book...is a peaceful read. It features countless facts about the flora and fauna of forests, along with myths and woodland folklore...The miscellany also details traditional woodland crafts, with simple step-by-step guides...In addition to all the interesting, easy-to-digest content and beautiful illustrations, the book looks lovely; it has a classic fabric casing featuring a gold-foiled woodland design."--My Thrifty Life by Cassie Fairy

Publisher: GMC Publications

Pub date: 2025-03-18

Length: 128 pages