The Wood

The Wood by John Lewis-Stempel, narrated by Leighton Pugh, explores the intricate natural life and history of a small woodland in Herefordshire, serving as a representative of England’s many small forests. Over four years, the author managed and observed the woodland’s ecosystem, capturing its seasonal changes, diverse wildlife, and the human efforts that sustain it. Richly lyrical and steeped in poetry and folklore, the audiobook invites listeners to experience the magic and reality of woodland life from the perspective of both nature and those who tend it.