{"title":"J. A. Baker","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eRobert Macfarlane\u003c\/em\u003e is a celebrated British author known for his deeply evocative writing on nature, landscape, and human experience. His works are a captivating blend of travel writing, nature studies, and history, offering readers a profound connection to the world around them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eLandmarks\u003c\/em\u003e, Macfarlane explores the rich language of landscapes, celebrating the way words shape our understanding of natural spaces. \u003cem\u003eThe Old Ways\u003c\/em\u003e takes readers on a journey through historical footpaths and ancient trails, weaving together personal narrative with a broader cultural history. In his acclaimed book \u003cem\u003eUnderland\u003c\/em\u003e, Macfarlane delves into the subterranean world, uncovering hidden realms beneath our feet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have a passion for nature and a love for lyrical prose, the books of Robert Macfarlane are essential reading. Explore the collection and be enchanted by his narrative journeys through the natural world.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-peregrine-50th-anniversary-edition","title":"The Peregrine: 50th Anniversary Edition","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRevisiting the powerful prose of J. A. Baker, \u003cem\u003eThe Peregrine: 50th Anniversary Edition\u003c\/em\u003e brings to life the profound and haunting journey of a solitary man obsessively observing and documenting the lives of peregrine falcons over a single winter on the Essex coast. With unparalleled attention to detail, Baker's account captures the raw and untamed world of these majestic birds of prey, painting a desolate yet mesmerising landscape where nature's beauty and brutality coexist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDespite peregrines being typically associated with the wild, untamed regions of the British Isles, Baker's narrative unfolds amidst the flat marshes of Essex. Here, amidst the harsh, wintry conditions, Baker meticulously records the peregrines as they hunt the vast flocks of pigeons and waders that share this barren, isolated locale. His observations are not simply about birds; they are about the whole of existence seen through a near-mystical connection with these predators, conveying a raw, unfiltered appreciation of nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEsteemed voices such as Ted Hughes and Andrew Motion have hailed \u003cem\u003eThe Peregrine\u003c\/em\u003e as one of the paramount works of 20th-Century nature writing. The edition features a compelling introduction by bestselling nature writer Mark Cocker, who elaborates on Baker's significant influence and the timeless relevance of his work. Mark Cocker's insights offer a gateway to understanding the deeper layers of Baker's unique contributions to nature literature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis 50th Anniversary Edition is further enriched by an exclusive new afterword from renowned author Robert Macfarlane, offering contemporary perspectives and reflections on Baker's enduring legacy. The edition also includes Baker's lesser-known works: an article titled \"On the Essex Coast,\" originally published in RSPB Birds magazine in 1971, and a paper on peregrines written for the Essex Bird Report. These pieces, included with the agreement of the RSPB, contribute further valuable context to Baker's primary narrative and allow readers a more comprehensive view of his work and passions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Peregrine: 50th Anniversary Edition\u003c\/em\u003e is more than a reissue; it is a tribute to J. A. Baker's mesmerizing ability to convey the primal beauty of nature and an invitation for new generations to experience one of the most influential pieces of nature writing ever composed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"HarperCollins New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45687024779500,"sku":"9780008216214","price":22.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780008216214.jpg?v=1725472384"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/j-a-baker.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}