The Sheep’s Tale

Name: The Sheep’s Tale
Brand: Transworld Publishers Ltd
SKU: 9781804991145
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The story of our most misunderstood farmyard animal

By John Lewis-Stempel

Summary

The Sheep’s Tale by John Lewis-Stempel is a captivating exploration of sheep farming in Britain, blending historical insights with personal experiences. The author delves into the deep connection between shepherds and their flocks, highlighting the seasonal rhythms of rural life and the importance of sheep to the British countryside.
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You might enjoy this book if you are interested in the pastoral life, enjoy stories with a connection to nature, and appreciate the wit and wisdom of a traditional farming lifestyle. It offers an intimate and humorous insight into the world of sheep farming, perfect for lovers of nature writing and those curious about rural life.

The Sheep’s Tale

Description

A warm and personal biography of the sheep by one of our most celebrated nature writers - author of multiple Sunday Times bestsellers and twice winner of the Wainwright Prize for nature writing.

Everybody thinks they know what sheep are like - they're stupid, noisy, cowardly ('lambs to the slaughter'), and they're 'sheepwrecking' the environment.

Or maybe not. Contrary to popular prejudice, sheep are among the smartest animals in the farmyard, fiercely loyal, forming long and lasting friendships. Sheep, farmed properly, are boons to biodiversity. They also happen to taste good and their fleeces warm us through the winter - indeed, John Lewis-Stempel's family supplied the wool for Queen Elizabeth's hose.

Observing the traditional shepherd's calendar, The Sheep’s Tale is a loving biography of ewes, lambs, and rams through the seasons. Lewis-Stempel tends to his flock with deep-rooted wisdom, ethical consideration, affection, and humour. This book is a tribute to all the sheep he has reared and sheared - from gregarious Action Ram to sweet Maid Marion. In his inimitable style, he shares the tales that only a shepherd can tell.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

The Sheep’s Tale is praised for its nostalgic and lyrical writing, celebrating the romance of shepherding. Reviewers commend its authenticity and the author's evident affection for sheep, describing it as both delightful and informative. It's considered an important read for its insights into the challenges facing sheep farming and its beautiful prose.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781804991145

Publisher: Transworld Publishers Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 13 April 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin (Transworld)

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 12.0mm

Width: 127.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 136g

Pages: 192

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About the Author

John Lewis-Stempel is a farmer and 'Britain's finest living nature writer' (The Times). His books include the Sunday Times bestsellers Woodston, The Running Hare and The Wood. He is the only person to have won the Wainwright Prize for Nature Writing twice, with Meadowland and Where Poppies Blow. In 2016 he was named Magazine Columnist of the Year for his column in Country Life. He farms cattle, sheep, pigs and poultry. Traditionally.