Nature and the natural world: general interest books

From the limitless expanse of the stars above our heads to the smallest creepy crawly beneath our feet, the world is an amazing place. With our collection of awesome new and used nature and natural world books, you can learn more about how our wonderful world works. 

With seasonal guides and almanacs, you can reconnect to nature and appreciate the rhythms of the natural world like never before, giving you the tools and knowledge to live in harmony with the changing seasons. Learn the art of foraging safely and sustainably, and how to make the most of the bounty mother nature provides with traditional recipes for everything from tasty preserves to herbal remedies.

Unlock the secrets of the night sky with an informative guide to stargazing or a handy planisphere that will help you identify what celestial bodies are visible, or discover how to identify the different trees and birds you see while out and about. With the help of authors such as David Attenborough, Tristan Gooley, Raynor Winn and Robert Macfarlane, you’ll soon be at home outdoors, whether you’re sitting in your garden or exploring the wildest reaches of our shores.

And while it’s important to enjoy being part of the natural world, it’s even more important to protect it. With the environment threatened by pollution and climate change, everyone needs to do their bit to protect our precious planet. Finding more eco-friendly ways of living may seem overwhelming, but we can help: our collection of green-living books can help you, whether you want eco-cleaning or eco-holiday ideas. And by buying from us, you’ve already taken the first step: buying a used copy reduces CO2 emissions, water usage and tree loss in the production process. With every awesome pre-loved purchase, you can make a positive difference to the world.