Ben Goldsmith

Discover the wild forces that once supported Britain's natural riches and could do it again. In this book, the Wainwright-Conservation-Prize-winning author explores how restoring species like beavers, boars, whales, and more could help recover our biodiversity on land and in our seas. From crafting wetlands to preventing rivers from flooding, these cornerstone species play a crucial role in protecting our natural world. Benedict Macdonald transforms our understanding of the importance of humans as stewards, making Cornerstones an essential read.

Discover the inspiring story of the restoration of over 3,000 hectares of the Lake District, from the smallest wildflowers to majestic golden eagles. Follow ecologist and farmer Lee Schofield's decade-long effort to restore the habitat of England's last and loneliest golden eagle, taking on fierce local opposition and the challenge of finding a balance between traditional hill farming and conservation. Join Schofield on his journey to seek out ancient wonders at the edges of denuded pastures, and learn how every aspect of the ecosystem is interconnected, and our actions can affect even the most majestic creatures.

Experience the raw and emotional journey of a mother grappling with the loss of her daughter in this powerful work by a renowned author. With glimpses of her family life and musings on parenting, aging, and illness, Joan Didion reflects on her shortcomings and the mysteries of human relationships. Through vivid recollections of her daughter's childhood and wedding, Didion grapples with the question of how well we truly know our loved ones. Delve into Blue Nights, a book that is both haunting and profoundly moving, and explore the long, light evening hours of summer solstice that signal both warning and hope.

"Restoring the Wild" by Roy Dennis tells the story of how the UK's reintroduction agenda is bringing the white-tailed sea eagle back from extinction after more than 200 years. Dennis, an ornithologist and conservationist, has already brought back the Osprey, red kite, and golden eagle to the British Isles. This seminal book offers an eye-opening insight into the complexities of reintroducing extinct animals to Britain and is an intimate portrait of these predators we so sorely need.

En 'Asilvestración' Isabella Tree cuenta la historia del "experimento Knepp", un proyecto pionero de rewilding en West Sussex que utiliza animales de pastoreo en libertad para crear nuevos hábitats para la fauna. Wilding es, sobre todo, una inspiradora historia de esperanza. Obligados a aceptar que la agricultura intensiva en la pesada arcilla de sus tierras en Knepp era económicamente insostenible, Isabella Tree y su marido Charlie Burrell dieron un espectacular salto de decidieron dar un paso atrás y dejar que la naturaleza se hiciera cargo. Gracias a la introducción de ganado vacuno, ponis, cerdos y ciervos en libertad -representantes de los grandes animales que antaño vagaban por Gran Bretaña-, el proyecto de 3.500 acres ha experimentado un extraordinario aumento del número y la diversidad de la fauna en poco más de una década. Especies extremadamente raras, como tórtolas, ruiseñores, halcones peregrinos, pájaros carpinteros menores y mariposas emperador púrpura se reproducen ahora en Knepp, y las poblaciones de otras especies se están disparando. Las tierras agrícolas degradadas de los Burrell se han convertido de nuevo en un ecosistema funcional, lleno de vida, por sí mismo.

Dormir es uno de los aspectos más importantes pero menos comprendidos de nuestra vida.Hasta hace muy poco, la ciencia no tenía respuesta a la pregunta de por qué dormimos, a qué servía o por qué sufrimos consecuencias tan devastadoras para la salud cuando está ausente. En comparación con los otros impulsos básicos de la vida (comer, beber y reproducir), el propósito del sueño sigue siendo más difícil de descifrar.Matthew Walker ofrece una exploración revolucionaria del sueño, examinando cómo afecta cada aspecto de nuestro bienestar físico y mental.

"Feral" takes readers on a journey of nature wonder, highlighting scientific breakthroughs in restoring damaged ecosystems on land and sea. Author George Monbiot challenges our "ecological boredom," weaving a tale of wildlife, wild places, and people seeking to restore the untamed spirit of the natural world. Through rewilding, Monbiot offers a positive environmentalism to revitalize and enrich our lives.