Deeper Into the Wood

'A wonderfully personal evocation of the joys, hard work and meaning of creating a wood for wildlife, written with sensitivity and care. A delightful read.'-- Stephen Moss, author of The Robin: A Biography'A rare treat of a book that warms as it informs and leads us deep into the character of one small pocket of England. Ruth Pavey writes with wit, passion and precious little sentimentality.'-- Tristan Gooley, author of The Secret World of Weather***PRAISE FOR A WOOD OF ONE'S OWN***'Delightful... Pavey writes with warmth and spirit, and brings this space to life.' Penelope Lively 'The satisfactions are many... that all her readers can share in.' The Lady 'So beguiling... Pavey's writing is everywhere amiable.' The Times Literary Supplement 'A lovely story a super book.' Steve Yabsley, BBC Radio Bristol and Somerset 'Draws together childhood memories, local history... and literary penumbra.' Sunday Telegraph 'Pavey's love for her small patch of land shimmers off the page [in this] narrative of warmth, honesty and great spirit made all the more beautiful by Pavey's own lively and accomplished drawings... this lovely book is itself a gift encouraging country-dweller and townie alike to marvel at the infinite possibilities at the heart of a single tree.' The Daily Mail, Book of the Week 'A lyrical story of desire and determination, soft and gentle, warm and wise in a wicked world.' Camden New Journal 'Fascinating... Pavey bring us into a world of escape from the hurly-burly of towns... will be enjoyed by many readers.' Nudge