Go Wild With Rewilding: Books to Help You Get Back to Nature

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Are you eager to dive deep into the world of rewilding and discover how we can restore balance to our natural landscapes? Well, you’re in luck because we’ve curated a selection of 10 must-read books about rewilding that you can find right now on Amazon.

  1. Nature’s Best Hope: A New Approach to Conservation that Starts in Your Yard” by Douglas W. Tallamy
    Discover the power of ordinary citizens to make a difference for nature with this inspiring book by Douglas W. Tallamy. From planting native gardens to reducing pesticide use, Tallamy outlines simple yet effective strategies for creating wildlife-friendly habitats in our own communities and beyond.

2. Rewilding: The Radical New Science of Ecological Recovery by Paul Jepson and Cain Blythe
Dive into the cutting-edge science of rewilding with this insightful book that explores the principles and practices behind restoring ecosystems to their natural state. From reintroducing apex predators to reestablishing native plant communities, discover the transformative power of rewilding in action.

3. Wilding: The Return of Nature to a British Farm by Isabella Tree
Join Isabella Tree on a journey of discovery as she recounts her family’s bold experiment to rewild their farm in West Sussex, England. Through a series of captivating anecdotes and eye-opening revelations, learn how the landscape was transformed from barren fields to a thriving haven for biodiversity.

4. The Reindeer Chronicles: And Other Inspiring Stories of Working with Nature to Heal the Earth by Judith D. Schwartz
Embark on a global adventure with journalist Judith D. Schwartz as she travels from the Arctic tundra to the African savanna, exploring innovative rewilding projects and their profound impact on local communities and ecosystems. From restoring wetlands to regenerating degraded lands, these stories inspire hope and resilience in the face of environmental challenges.

5. Feral: Rewilding the Land, the Sea, and Human Life by George Monbiot
George Monbiot takes readers on a thought-provoking journey into the concept of rewilding and its implications for our relationship with nature. Drawing on examples from around the world, he challenges conventional notions of conservation and explores the potential for rewilding to transform landscapes, communities, and even human lives.

6. Rebirding: Rewilding Britain and its Birds by Benedict Macdonald
Delve into the fascinating world of bird conservation and rewilding with Benedict Macdonald as he explores the vital role of birds in restoring ecosystems and reconnecting us with nature. From reintroducing lost species to creating habitat corridors, discover how rewilding efforts are helping to bring birds back from the brink of extinction.

7. Once They Were Hats by Frances Backhouse
Get ready to meet nature’s ultimate engineers – beavers! In this captivating history of our relationship with beavers, Frances Backhouse takes readers on a journey into the world of these industrious rodents and their remarkable ability to transform landscapes through dam-building and wetland restoration and how humans nearly wiped them out. She explores our new relationship with these industrious animals now that they are being reintroduced back into the wild.

8. The Wolf’s Tooth: Keystone Predators, Trophic Cascades, and Biodiversity by Cristina Eisenberg
Explore the intricate web of life in North America’s wild places with ecologist Cristina Eisenberg as she examines the role of keystone predators like wolves in shaping ecosystems and maintaining biodiversity. Through a series of compelling case studies, learn how the presence – or absence – of top predators can have far-reaching effects on entire landscapes.

9. Wild Hope: On the Front Lines of Conservation Success by Andrew Balmford
Join conservation biologist Andrew Balmford as he travels the globe in search of inspiring success stories in conservation. From saving endangered species to restoring degraded habitats, discover how dedicated individuals and communities are making a difference for wildlife and rewilding efforts around the world.

10. Bringing Nature Home: How You Can Sustain Wildlife with Native Plants by Douglas W. Tallamy
And let’s round it out with another book from our first author, Doug Tallamy so you can learn how to create a thriving wildlife habitat right in your own backyard with this practical guide to native plant gardening. Tallamy provides invaluable insights into the importance of using native plants to support local ecosystems and attract birds, butterflies, and other native wildlife species.

These 10 captivating books offer a wealth of knowledge, inspiration, and practical tips to help you reconnect with nature and become a champion for rewilding in your own backyard and beyond. So, grab a book, head outdoors, and let’s go wild!

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Hi! I’m Liz, the creator and author behind this blog. I’m an avid rewilding and native gardening enthusiast who is always on the search for ways to green and live a more natural life. I love photographing the wonderful life in my native wildflower garden, kayaking and finding joy in the simple things. Occasionally, my intrepid partner, Jerry might pop in and write some of his thoughts down.

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