The Natural World of WinniethePooh, Kathryn Aalto
The Natural World of WinniethePooh, Kathryn Aalto
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The Natural World of Winnie-the-Pooh
A Walk Through the Forest that Inspired the Hundred Acre Wood

Author: Kathryn Aalto

Narrator: Corrie James

Unabridged: 4 hr 58 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Tantor Media

Published: 01/10/2019


Synopsis

Loved Goodbye Christopher Robin? Learn more about the real place that inspired the beloved stories.

Delve into the home of the world's most beloved bear! The Natural World of Winnie-the-Pooh explores the magical landscapes where Pooh, Christopher Robin, and their friends live and play. The Hundred Acre Wood—the setting for Winnie-the-Pooh's adventures—was inspired by Ashdown Forest, a wildlife haven that spans more than 6,000 acres in southeast England. In this enchanting book you can visit the ancient black walnut tree on the edge of the forest that became Pooh's house, go deep into the pine trees to find Poohsticks Bridge, and climb up to the top of the enchanted Galleons Lap, where Pooh says goodbye to Christopher Robin. You will discover how Milne's childhood connection with nature and his role as a father influenced his famous stories, and how his close collaboration with illustrator E. H. Shepard brought those stories to life. This charming book also serves as a guide to the plants, animals, and places of the remarkable Ashdown Forest, whether you are visiting in person or from the comfort of your favorite armchair. In a delightful narrative, enriched with Milne's own words, you will rediscover your favorite characters and the magical place they called home.

About Kathryn Aalto

Kathryn Aalto is an American landscape designer, historian, writer, and lecturer. She has master's degrees in garden history and creative nonfiction with a particular interest in literary landscapes. The Natural World of Winnie-the-Pooh is a New York Times bestseller and a People Best New Book Pick, and was featured on National Public Radio. She is a member of the Association for the Study of Literature and the Environment and the Garden History Society.


Reviews

What a nostalgic journey into the people, places, and events that helped shape A.A. Milne and his beloved characters' stories. The book begins with a biography of Milne that was heartwarming and at times fascinating. Milne began reading before age 3 in a loving home that encouraged the boys to explor......more

Goodreads review by Allison

Ever since You Know What began last year, I have been strangely adsorbed by non-fiction - and this book did not disappoint! I couldn't put it down: it is absolutely charming. This memoir delved deeply into the background of both Milne and Shepherd and gave fascinating details on the real life inspir......more

Goodreads review by Kelsey

5 stars for execution, 4 for my personal enjoyment. Did you know that Winnie-the-Pooh was inspired by a real place you can visit today? Nature and literature often go hand-in-hand, at least in my mind. Scenery description and a sense of place is one of my favorite aspects of fiction, and I always enjo......more

The Natural World of Winnie-the-Pooh is a book I came across with some interest. It seemed to echo a lot of the more populist literary tourism titles relating to British children's literature (written from an overseas perspective, focusing on a classic and canonical text) and I was keen to see what......more