Cocker, Mark
Crow Country
- ISBN 13:
- 9780099485087
- author:
- Cocker, Mark
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Vintage
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2008
- Pages:
- 224
- Dimensions:
- 12.9 x 1.4 x 19.8 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Birds & birdwatching
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Crow Country: A Meditation on Birds, Landscape and Nature by Mark Cocker is a prose poem that explores the intricate lives of birds in their natural habitats. Following a flock of rooks and jackdaws one night, the author becomes fixated on these often-overlooked creatures, embarking on a journey to uncover their complexities. As he travels through England's diverse landscapes, from the South English heartland to the hills of Dumfriesshire, Cocker discovers the rich inner lives of birds, revealing the hidden beauty in their songs and interactions. This book is not just about one species, but about the intricate web of relationships between humans and nature. Through his observations, Cocker reminds us that our landscapes are shared with countless other species, each with its own unique story to tell. Crow Country is a thought-provoking exploration of the natural world, inviting readers to slow down and appreciate the beauty in the everyday.