Oak and Ash and Thorn: The Ancient Woods and New Forests of Britain by Peter Fiennes #literature To all intents and purposes

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Oak and Ash and Thorn: The Ancient Woods and New Forests of Britain by Peter Fiennes #literature To all intents and purposesDazzling, passionate nature writing a celebration of Britains woods and forests and a rousing call to fight for them The magic and mystery of the woods are embedded in culture, from ancient folklore to modern literature. They offer us refuge: a place to play, a place to think. They are the generous providers of timber and energy. They let us dream of other ways of living. Yet we now face a future where taking a walk in the woods is consigned to the