The Lost Skills and Crafts Handbook

In this inspirational and practical guide to country life, passionate and hugely knowledgeable countryman Alan Titchmarsh explores the heritage of rural Britain, its landscapes and wildlife, its traditions, customs and crafts. The Lost Skills and Crafts Handbook will help you rediscover your love of the countryside, including:- a checklist of British butterflies and where to find them- how to keep chickens, ducks, goats and sheep- how to make soap, candles and your own herbal remedies- how to track animals and forage for food- essential knot tying- how to build a campfire without matches- how to create a kitchen garden- the origins of country superstitionsAnd much more. With beautiful line art illustrations throughout, this compendium of the British countryside and its delights will be an essential read for any nature lover in your life.

ISBN:	9781785947018
Publisher:	Ebury Publishing
Imprint:	BBC Books
Published date:	19 Aug 2021
DEWEY:	941.009734
DEWEY edition:	23
Language:	English
Number of pages:	295
Weight:	454g
Height:	159mm
Width:	222mm
Spine width:	30mm

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