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Hedgehog Handbook

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Hedgehogs, with their quiet determination and bristling, bumbling ways, are seen by many people as one of one of the most endearing symbols of both the British countryside and town gardens.

Full of fascinating insights and country lore, this book explores different facets of the humble yet much-admired hedgehog, from its habits to its literary heritage, how different cultures have viewed it and what we can do to help preserve this icon of British nature.

Paperback,144 pages.

Product code: BK0146.

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Customer Reviews (4.6 / 5 · 5 reviews)

Evelyn ★★★★★

This little book captures exactly why hedgehogs are such beloved garden visitors—the writing brings out their quiet, bumbling charm perfectly. It's a lovely read for anyone who enjoys spotting them shuffling through the dusk.

George L. ★★★★★

The chapter on creating a hedgehog-friendly garden actually worked — we've had one visiting our patio for three weeks now. It's a slim book but packed with genuinely useful stuff about what to feed them and when to leave them alone.

Andrew U. ★★★★★

I picked this up because our garden hedgehog visits every dusk, and it's lovely to finally understand all that bristling, bumbling behavior. The way it weaves countryside lore with practical town-garden tips made me smile on every page.