The Country Set: A Celebration of Britain's Best-loved Wildlife
By (Author) Hannah Dale
Batsford
Batsford
22nd September 2014
United Kingdom
General
Non Fiction
591.941
Hardback
120
Width 125mm, Height 156mm
A celebration of our favourite British animals
this beautiful little giftbook features 50 British birds and animals painted by Hannah Dale in her uniquely quirky, characterful style. From the red deer to the harvest mouse, from the sparrow to the barn owl, the nation's favourite creatures are delightfully brought to life by this award-winning artist. Smaller pictures also often include their tracks and feathers, to help you identify when they've been near. there's also an insightful and entertaining text accompanying each portrait.
Hannah Dale runs Wrendale Designs, a stationery and gift design company which specialises in endearing illustrations depicting British wildlife. Her other Batsford titles include: A Dog's Life, The Farmyard Set, The Young Ones, The Country Set, Born to be Wild and Flying The Nest. Her work is inspired by the beautiful countryside of rural Lincolnshire. Hannah studied Zoology at Cambridge University and has recently embarked on a large rewilding project on her farm in Lincolnshire. She can be found on social media @wrendaledesigns.