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The Little Wild Library: Hawthorn
Simple Things to Do with the Plants Around You.
Series: Little Wild Library
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Introducing The Little Wild Library: Hawthorn – a captivating pocket-sized guide to the magical and practical hawthorn tree. Known for its frothy white blossoms in spring and vibrant red berries in autumn, the hawthorn is a beloved tree that provides shelter, food, and enchantment throughout the...
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Throughout the year, the hawthorn tree gives shelter to birds, and then feeds them into the fall with its vibrant red berries. Steeped in myth, the hawthorn is a magical tree. In The Little Wild Library: Hawthorn, discover how to make the most of this ancient and useful tree, with recipes and makes to try throughout the year.
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Description
Introducing The Little Wild Library: Hawthorn – a captivating pocket-sized guide to the magical and practical hawthorn tree. Known for its frothy white blossoms in spring and vibrant red berries in autumn, the hawthorn is a beloved tree that provides shelter, food, and enchantment throughout the year.
From the moment its blossoms appear in May to the fall when its berries brighten the hedgerow, this book reveals how to forage, craft, and cook with this ancient tree, all while uncovering its deep roots in myth and folklore.
Simple Foraging Guidance: Learn how to identify the hawthorn among its hedgerow companions, with easy-to-follow tips on when and where to forage its flowers and berries.
Seasonal Recipes & Crafts: Explore beginner-friendly recipes and crafts, from hawthorn jelly to soothing tinctures, perfect for making use of this versatile tree all year round.
Rich History & Folklore: Discover the fascinating myths surrounding the hawthorn, a tree considered sacred to the Celtic druids.
Whether you're new to foraging or looking to connect with the ancient plants of the hedgerow, The Little Wild Library: Hawthorn is the perfect introduction to this magical tree. With its blend of practical foraging advice, seasonal projects, and enchanting folklore, this guide will inspire you to embrace the hawthorn's many gifts and explore the natural world around you.
AUTHOR: Clare Gogerty lives on a smallholding in deepest Herefordshire, which she is opening as a spiritual retreat in 2023. The sound of shamanic drumming often comes from her orchard, and herbal remedies are frequently cooked up in the kitchen. She has been interested in magic, druidry, and folklore since a child, encouraged by her father, an enthusiastic dowser and leyline hunter. A former magazine editor, she is now a freelance journalist and author, writing about spirituality, travel, homes, and gardens.
SELLING POINTS:
- Easy-to-follow instructions and recipes to make the most of your foraged plants, the perfect gift for the aspiring forager
- Written by a qualified medical herbalist with a thorough understanding of the applications for the plants
- Focusing on one plant allows the readers to experiment with lots of different things to do – finding myriad ways to use the plant
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Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781446313763
Publisher: David & Charles
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 16 September 2025
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Verbena
Illustration: 321 Illustrations
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Width: 106.0mm
Height: 140.0mm
Weight: 250g
Pages: 112
About the Author
Clare Gogerty lives on a smallholding in deepest Herefordshire which she is opening as a spiritual retreat in 2023. The sound of shamanic drumming often comes from her orchard, and herbal remedies are frequently cooked up in the kitchen. She has been interested in magic, druidry and folklore since a child, encouraged by her father, an enthusiastic dowser and leyline hunter. A former magazine editor, she is now a freelance journalist and author, writing about spirituality, travel, homes and gardens
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