{"title":"Chris Fitch","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the intriguing world of Chris Fitch, a remarkable author renowned for his captivating works in the \u003cem\u003eScience \u0026amp; Nature\u003c\/em\u003e category. Chris Fitch delves deep into the fascinating interplay between urban environments and the natural world, offering readers a unique perspective on cities as vibrant ecosystems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOne of his standout works, \u003cstrong\u003eWild Cities\u003c\/strong\u003e, is a testament to his skill in unearthing hidden stories of nature thriving in urban landscapes. This book takes you on a journey through the bustling life forms that coexist alongside us in cities, revealing the unexpected ways in which flora and fauna adapt to metropolitan living.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eChris's writing is celebrated for its lucid style and the way it engages readers in contemplating the surprising and often overlooked aspects of nature in city settings. By blending meticulous research with compelling narratives, his books open a window into the untamed corners of urban life, making them a must-read for anyone curious about the natural wonders present in our everyday environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore Chris Fitch's collection to enrich your understanding of the dynamic and symbiotic relationship between cities and nature, and find yourself inspired by the extraordinary resilience and adaptability of life around us.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"wild-cities-by-chris-fitch-9780008557195","title":"Wild Cities","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e'Mind-shifting, heart-lifting'\u003c\/strong\u003e ISABELLA TREE\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e'Inspiring and essential'\u003c\/strong\u003e ALASTAIR HUMPHREYS\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e'As entertaining as it is enlightening'\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eINDEPENDENT,\u003c\/em\u003e ★★★★★\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNature isn’t a luxury, it’s a necessity. But today the majority of the world’s population lives in some form of urban environment. By 2050, two-thirds of humanity will live in towns and cities.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStudies have shown that a daily walk in the woods can improve our health and happiness, and that those who can observe a natural scene through a hospital window will recover faster. The sound of birds, the smell of tree oils, the presence of free-flowing water – these are all vital to our wellbeing. So, as the human footprint of brick, concrete and metal expands, how do we protect our connection to the natural world?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eWild Cities\u003c\/em\u003e, Chris Fitch leads us around the world in search of answers, visiting pioneering cities and meeting the people working at the forefront of this issue. From the tiny urban forests in Tokyo and the star-rich skies of Flagstaff, to the meandering river of Munich and lions prowling through gardens in Nairobi, this is a globe-spanning look at how to bring nature into the places we live – and how to create the wild cities of the future.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"HarperCollins New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46491516338412,"sku":"9780008557195","price":31.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780008557195.jpg?v=1748404818"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/chris-fitch.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}