Books
One day
a thousand songs
On 6 May last year, just before the first light of day, a robin sang the opening notes of the dawn chorus in John Miller’s Wiltshire garden at precisely 4.35am.
For the rest of that day, until a tawny owl passed over at 9.23pm, each bird is briefly brought to life with John’s observations and fascinating backstories: their nests, their eggs, their battles, their triumphs.
Sound recordist Alex Byng and photographer David White were with John throughout this red-letter day – which anyone can replicate in their own garden, using the Merlin bird ID app to help identify bird songs and confirm sightings.
A striking and fascinating breakdown of the dawn chorus and all subsequent sightings in a single garden over a single day
Practical succinct advice on creating an insect-friendly garden, the bedrock of successful wildlife conservation
Beautiful €12 soft-touch gold-foil book with flaps
What’s in a year
Step into the rhythm of the British Countryside with John Miller as he guides you through the passing of the seasons in his memoir, ‘What’s in a Year…’
Each month offers a vivid portrait of the landscapes’ ever-changing beauty, from the first signs of life in spring to the melancholic notes of a robin’s song in the autumn. John’s reflections extend beyond just the flora and fauna; they delve into a way of life he holds dear, with conservation concerns drawn from experience, not ideology or scientific models.
Country Life June -Kate Green -“Charming galifaumery that makes its points without hectoring – a delight”
The Field September – Ettie Neil-Gallacher -” nor is Miller afraid to ask difficult questions”
Trout & Salmon November – Andrew Flitcroft – “not poetic or sentimental, his prose is gritty and real. Pride of place in my bedside cabinet”
NFU Countryside September – Book of the Month – “passion for observing wildlife, fishing rivers and tending to his garden”
What’s in a Year… will inspire you to see the beauty in every season.
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