Author Profile

Richard Mabey

Richard Mabey is a writer and broadcaster with a special interest in the relations between nature and culture. His books include Food For Free and Flora Britannica as well as his award-winning biography of Gilbert White, and his recent memoir Nature Cure, which was shortlisted for both the Whitbread and Ondaatje prizes. He is Vice-President of the Open Spaces Society and lives in Norfolk.

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In My Own Words: Whistling in the Dark • Richard Mabey

Issue 246 • January/February 2008 • Gandhi's Gift: The Power Of Nonviolence > Reviews

A personal tribute to the nightingale.

THE ALCHEMY OF PHOTOSYNTHESIS • Richard Mabey

Issue 240 • January/February 2007 • There is no wealth but life > Reviews

The Secret Life of Trees by Colin Tudge

BIOLUXURIANCE • Richard Mabey

Issue 238 • September/October 2006 • Celebrating 40 Years of Resurgence > Nature Care

We have scarcely begun to understand the intricacy of the biosphere.

A Sense of Place • Richard Mabey

Issue 222 • January/February 2004 • Natural Governance > Regulars > A Sense of Place

BIOPHOBIA • Richard Mabey

Issue 220 • September/October 2003 • Science and Spirituality > Feature Articles

The trivialisation of nature.

A VILLAGE VOICE • Richard Mabey

Issue 202 • September/October 2000 • Homage to Gaia > Feature Articles

People are drawn to the countryside to experience its unique rhythms.