{"title":"Benedict Macdonald","description":"\u003cp\u003eExplore the captivating works of Benedict Macdonald, a celebrated author and passionate naturalist, profoundly attuned to the wonders of the natural world. Known for his articulate and insightful writing, Macdonald brings the lesser-seen facets of nature into vivid focus, inviting readers to discover and appreciate the intricate beauty of our environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn his acclaimed book, \u003cem\u003eCornerstones\u003c\/em\u003e, Macdonald explores the elements that form the bedrock of Britain's wild landscape, weaving together history, ecology, and personal anecdote to paint a comprehensive portrait of our natural environment. His narratives are not only illuminating but also imbued with a sense of urgency and commitment towards conservation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBenedict Macdonald's works sit comfortably within the \u003cstrong\u003eScience \u0026amp; Nature\u003c\/strong\u003e category, offering readers a blend of educational insights and engaging storytelling. Whether you are a seasoned naturalist or a curious reader, Macdonald's books are perfect companions for those wishing to deepen their understanding and appreciation of the natural world.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"cornerstones-by-benedict-macdonald-9781472971593","title":"Cornerstones","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBY THE WAINWRIGHT-CONSERVATION-PRIZE-WINNING AUTHOR OF \u003ci\u003eREBIRDING\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTransform your understanding of the natural world forever and discover the wild forces that once supported Britain’s extraordinary natural riches, and could again.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOur precious archipelago is ravaged by climate change, bereft of natural ecosystems, and lies at the mercy of global warming, flooding, drought, and catastrophic biodiversity loss. But could restoring species that once helped protect our islands help turn this crisis around?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFrom familiar yet imperilled honeybees and ancient oak woods to returning natives like beavers and boars, Britain’s cornerstone species may hold the key to recovering our biodiversity on land and in our seas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eCornerstones\u003c\/i\u003e, we discover how beavers craft wetlands, save fish, encourage otters, and prevent rivers from flooding. We learn how ‘disruptive’ boars are seasoned butterfly conservationists, why whales are crucial for restoring seabird cities, and how wolves and lynx could save our trees, help sequester carbon, and protect our most threatened birds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBenedict Macdonald transforms our understanding of the natural world forever, revealing lives that once supported extraordinary natural riches and explaining how humans – the most important cornerstone species of all – can become the greatest stewards of the natural world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46854392840428,"sku":"9781472971593","price":24.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/b41993878aeaceb85df06055f46545f2.jpg?v=1759270676"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/benedict-macdonald.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}