{"title":"Susan Richardson","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the captivating works of \u003cem\u003eSusan Richardson\u003c\/em\u003e, a distinguished author whose passion for the natural world is beautifully woven into each of her books. Susan's writing primarily explores the intricate bonds between humans and nature, offering readers a profound insight into the wonders of our environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWithin this compelling collection, you'll find titles like \u003cem\u003eWhere the Seals Sing\u003c\/em\u003e, which invites readers to immerse themselves in the enchanting world of marine life. Her storytelling is both evocative and informative, making complex ecological concepts accessible and engaging for all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for enthusiasts of science and nature, Susan Richardson's works serve not only as educational resources but also as heartfelt narratives that inspire a deeper appreciation for the natural world. Whether you're a seasoned nature aficionado or new to the genre, Susan's books are sure to enrich your understanding and kindle your curiosity.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"where-the-seals-sing-by-susan-richardson-9780008404574","title":"Where the Seals Sing","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThere are fewer grey seals in the world than endangered African elephants, but the British Isles host almost half of this global population. Every year these charismatic animals, with their expressive eyes and whiskers more sensitive than our fingertips, haul out on our shores to breed and raise their pups.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs graceful in the sea as they might seem clumsy on land, grey seals have visited our shores and enriched our culture for centuries. Yet we still know relatively little about these captivating animals. As Susan Richardson journeys to the crags and crevices of the coast, she explores the mysteries and mythologies of seals, learning not just how they live but also how we ought to live with them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePraise for Susan Richardson\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e‘Cut and precise, archaic and innovative, transcendent and in-the-moment, [Richardson] sees the life of the sea as a mirror of ourselves, and vice versa: always changing, always the same … Vital, glorious and salutary’\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003ePhilip Hoare, author of Leviathan\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e‘[Richardson] writes in prehensile language, capable of grasping something vast, ancient, chthonic: the Earth in must’\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eJay Griffiths, author of Wild\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e‘Richardson beautifully marries the landscape of the polar regions with their – and her own – emotional topography’\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eSara Wheeler\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSusan Richardson has always been entranced by seals; they seem to have surfaced at key junctions throughout her life, comforting her as an anxious child, bringing joy as she began to spread her wings as a writer and helping her to find her way after the loss of her mother. Now she sets out to trace the rhythm of their lives, travelling the coasts clockwise from Cornwall to Norfolk, in line with the autumn pupping season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlong the way she explores the myths surrounding seals, from their shapeshifting selkie skins to the claims that they decimate fish populations, and she discovers that the greatest dangers they face come from co-existing with us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrimming with vivid descriptions of the natural world, \u003cem\u003eWhere the Seals Sing\u003c\/em\u003e is a lyrical tale of memory, rescue and rehabilitation. While loss, both personal and ecological, is a recurring theme, the human–seal connection that flows through the story is stirring and uplifting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Arotahi Agency","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46632474149100,"sku":"9780008404574","price":26.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/26965643482190.jpg?v=1752001585"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/susan-richardson.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}