A Thousand Fields imprint: 23 books

This classic book offers the reader advice and instructions on how to best appreciate nature, the countryside, and walking in the Great Outdoors. It aims to enlighten the reader as to what to look out for and how to identify various things ranging from trees to wildlife and beyond. “Going About...

First published in 1923, this book deals with the various endangered and recently-extinct birds of contemporary Britain. “Rare, Vanishing and Lost British Birds” is profusely illustrated and contains interesting historical information, detailed descriptions, anecdotes, and other notable information...

Contained within this book is a collection of essays, field notes, and diary excerpts from numerous naturalists relating to British country life in Spring and Summer. These fascinating and highly-readable articles will appeal to those with an interest in the British countryside and naturalism in general....

“How to Enjoy Birds” is a vintage guide to bird watching, focusing on where and how to find certain birds in England. Interwoven with interesting information, beautiful descriptions and even poetry, this guide constitutes a must-have for lovers of birdwatching and the English countryside. Contents...

“White's Selborne for Boys and Girls” is a classic guide to the birds of Britain, originally written for children. It offers the reader interesting and entertaining anecdotes interlaced with facts and observations from an expert. This wonderfully-written guide is perfect for introducing children...

“The Mistress of Stantons Farm” is novel by naturalist and nature writer Marcus Woodward. This charming tale offers the reader an authentic and informative insight into traditional rural life in England, interwoven with interesting facts and tips on how to better appreciate nature. Not to be missed...

“The Life of Birds” is a vintage treatise on birds, exploring their natural history, life cycle, habits, enemies, conservation, and much more. Written in clear language and profusely illustrated, this comprehensive volume is ideal for anyone with an interest in learning more about our feathered...

“Old Man of the Woods - Walks and Talks with Two Boys” is a novel by naturalist Marcus Woodward. Aimed at children, it revolves around two young boys and their conversation with an old woodsman who imparts information to them relating to nature and their surroundings. This charming little book...

This book comprises a collection of essays written by Thomas De Quincey. Within them, he furnished some of the earliest, most authentic, and most enlightening accounts of the Lake Poets-a group of poets that included Robert Southey, William Wordsworth, and Samuel Taylor Coleridge. "Recollections...

“Bird Life at Home and Abroad” is a wonderful little volume full of anecdotes and observations related to bird watching across the globe. These musings and recollections are highly readable and interesting, and are not to be missed by fans of ornithology or nature writing. Contents include: “The...

“Life of the Wayside and Woodland” is a vintage guide to 'woodcraft', the knowledge and understanding of woodland countryside and its animal inhabitants. It aims to present the reader with suggestions for the methods of studying nature as a whole, concentrating on where to find the varied woodland...

Contained within this book is a collection of essays, field notes, and diary excerpts from numerous naturalists relating to British country life in Autumn and Winter. These fascinating and highly-readable articles will appeal to those with an interest in the British countryside and naturalism in general....

“How to Enjoy Garden Flowers” is a vintage guide to the flowers that can be found in an English garden, exploring their history, popularity, identification, culture, and maintenance. Interwoven with interesting information, beautiful descriptions and even poetry, this guide constitutes a must-have...

“Angling Done Here! A Strictly Veracious History” is a novel by W. Carter Platts. The story is set in Yorkshire, England and centres around the interesting fishing experiences had by the various characters. This entertaining book is highly recommended for anglers and those with an interest in...