In this inspirational and practical guide to country life passionate and hugely knowledgeable countryman Alan Titchmarsh explores the heritage of rural Britain its landscapes and wildlife its traditions customs and crafts. The Lost Skills and Crafts Handbook will help you rediscover your love of the countryside including a checklist of British butterflies and where to find them how to keep chickens ducks goats and sheep how to make soap candles and your own herbal remedies how to track a Hardback