An Evening with John Wright | The Observant Walker

Join The Poly and Falmouth Bookseller for an evening with John Wright as he discusses his new book, The Observant Walker.

When we go for a walk, whether in the countryside or city, we pass through landscapes full of natural beauty and curiosities both visible and invisible - but though we might admire the view, or wonder idly about the name of a flower, we rarely have the knowledge to fully engage with what we see. When we do, our sense of place is expanded, our understanding deepened and we can discover richness in even the most everyday stroll.

John Wright has been leading forays around Britain for decades.

As an expert forager, he shows people how to identify the edible species that abound - but he also reveals the natural history, stories and science behind our surroundings. Here, he takes us with him on eight walks: from verdant forests to wild coastlines, via city pavements, fields and rolling hills, he illuminates what can be found on a walk across any British terrain, and how you might observe and truly understand them, for yourself.

Warm, wise and endlessly informative, with helpful illustrations and suggested routes, this book will help you to see the world around you with new eyes: no walk will be the same again.

About John Wright:

John Wright is a naturalist and one of Great Britain's leading experts on fungi. His most recent books include A Spotter's Guide to the Countryside and The Forager's Calendar. He lives in Dorset, where he regularly leads forays into nature and goes on long walks across all terrains.

The Observant Walker: Wild Food, Nature and Hidden Treasures on the Pathways of Britain by John Wright, as well as his other titles, will be available at Falmouth Bookseller from 11th May or at the event

An Evening with John Wright | The Observant Walker

Tuesday 16th May, 7.30pm

Tickets £8 +£1 Poly Fund

Tickets with Book £23 +£1 Poly Fund

Show your physical Poly Ticket to The Bookseller to collect your book or collect your book on the evening of the show. 

Buy only the book for £20 from The Falmouth Bookseller via this link: https://www.falmouth-bookseller.co.uk/product/the-observant-walker/