Discover the timeless beauty of 'The Way of a Countryman' – a brand new hardcover edition that encapsulates the joy of the rural experience. Written by Ian Niall, a renowned sportsman and naturalist, this captivating collection of essays invites readers into a vibrant world filled with wildlife, nature, and the art of outdoor pursuits. Experience the thrill of shooting and fishing through Niall's knowledgeable lens, as he shares his observations on corncrakes, partridges, and the majestic snipe and woodcock, alongside tales of foxes, hares, and pigeons, and the deep waters teeming with trout and pike.

This book is not just for enthusiasts; it’s a beautiful homage to nature that appeals to both seasoned country lovers and those new to it. The perfect companion for wildlife enthusiasts, 'The Way of a Countryman' pairs Niall's eloquent prose with stunning illustrations by C.F. Tunnicliffe, enhancing the reader's immersion in the pastoral scenes described within. This celebrated classic is a must-have for nature lovers and collectors alike, offering rich stories that echo a fading world.

Whether you are seeking inspiration from the wild or wish to learn the intricacies of country life, this book serves as a treasure trove of memories for all ages. With Bernard O'Donoghue's insightful foreword, this is indeed a nature book for grown-ups, rekindling the wonder of childhood adventures in nature writing.

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CONDITION: BRAND NEW
Title: The Way of a Countryman
Publisher: -
Publication Date: 2012
Binding: Hardcover

Details:
Ian Niall, sportsman and naturalist, shares with his reader the joy of the countryman, captured in these varied recollections which draw on a lifetime observing nature, studying wildlife, shooting and fishing. His fascinating essays cover corncrakes and partridges, snipe and woodcock, foxes, hares and pigeons, duck and geese, trout and pike. His unerring eye for all the nuances of nature finds its perfect partner in C.F. Tunnicliffe s matchless illustrations. Together, author and artist have created a celebrated classic, an elegy to a passing world, that will delight a new generation of country lovers and book collectors. Bernard O Donoghue, the distinguished poet and countryman, writes in his foreword to this book: This is a grown-up s nature book, with all the pleasure remembered from childhood books that introduced us to nature writing. Niall s appreciative eye is wonder-fully served by C.F. Tunnicliffe s illustrations which are the sealing distinction of a perfectly executed book.