The breathtaking sequel to the stunning By Ash, Oak and Thorn from acclaimed nature writer and Costa Award-shortlisted novelist Melissa Harrison.CHOSEN AS ONE OF COUNTRYFILE'S BEST NATURE BOOKS OF 2021PRAISE FOR BY ASH, OAK AND THORN:'Timely and magical, it will open the young reader's eyes to the wonders of the natural world.' NATASHA FARRANT'Each page brims with the wonder of our natural world, so much to learn but all a sheer delight.' PIERS TORDAYAs autumn arrives, Moss, Sorrel, Burnet and Dormer decide to return home to Ash Row to unravel a riddle that might explain why their kind are fading from the Wild World.When you're only one-hand high, it's a journey filled with both danger and delight: golden leaves, shiny conkers and the brightest of berries, but also storms and the first frost of winter.They have friendship, good sense and humour on their side, but will it be enough to secure a future for the Hidden Folk? Or will they need to go further, and find a way to work with the most unreliable of creatures ... humans?A tale of disappearing wilderness that couldn't be more relevant in today's environmental crisis, brought to life for children by three tiny, funny, eternal beings – the hidden folk.From acclaimed nature writer and literary fiction novelist, Melissa Harrison, whose work has been shortlisted for the Costa Book Award and longlisted for the Baileys Prize.Inspired by 1942 classic The Little Grey Men by BB, with shades of The Borrowers.
✔ Author(s): Melissa Harrison
✔ Title: By Rowan and Yew: the perfect cosy read for children, from Costa Award-shortlisted author Melissa Harrison
✔ Rating : 4.7 out of 5 base on (58 reviews)
✔ ISBN-10: 1913322130
✔ ISBN-13: 9781913322137
✔ Language: English
✔ Format ebook: PDF, EPUB, Kindle, Audio, HTML and MOBI
✔ Device compatibles: Android, iOS, PC and Amazon Kindle
Readers' opinions about By Rowan and Yew by Melissa Harrison
Josephine Alvarez
This book has reignited my passion for reading. It reminded me of the sheer joy that can be found in losing oneself in the pages of a good story. I can't wait to explore more books now.
Sydney Richardson
What an intellectual journey! The themes explored in this book challenged my perceptions and sparked introspection. It's refreshing to read a book that provokes such thought.
Laura Hill
This book is a treasure trove of knowledge and wisdom. The insights offered by the characters and their experiences have left a lasting impression on me.
