Back to Nature by Chris Packham, Megan McCubbin

Back to Nature

by Chris Packham and Megan McCubbin

'Rousing, polemical and heartfelt' - Gardens Illustrated

'An invitation to take action' - The Observer

One thing has become clear this year - we need nature more than ever. And it needs us too.

From our balconies and gardens to our woodlands, national parks and beyond, Back to Nature captures the essence of how we feel about the wildlife outside our windows. Through personal stories, conservation breakthroughs and scientific discoveries, it explores the wonder and the solace of nature, and the ways in which we can connect with it - and protect it.

Reviewed by katjah on

4 of 5 stars

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If you've watched Springwatch, some of the book, especially the first chapter, will be very familiar, but as the book progresses a lot of new and interesting science, topics and insights are shared. It's at times frustrating, sad and anger-inducing but also leaves you with practical and more general solutions and hope for the future. It is of course UK-centric, but still an interesting read for non-UK people. 

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Reading updates

  • 10 July, 2021: Started reading
  • 16 July, 2021: Finished reading
  • 30 August, 2021: Reviewed