{"product_id":"whistling-in-the-dark-in-pursuit-of-the-nightingale","title":"Whistling in the Dark: In Pursuit of the Nightingale","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e'A book so delightful that I must share it'\u003c\/i\u003e - Simon Jenkins, \u003cb\u003eThe Times \u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e'Mabey is one of our best nature writers and he has produced a delightful book, as enlightening as it is uplifting' \u003c\/i\u003e- John Preston,\u003cb\u003e The Sunday Telegraph  \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e'A pure pleasure to read'\u003c\/i\u003e - Peter Levi, \u003cb\u003eThe Spectator\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e'Exquisite and illuminating'\u003c\/i\u003e - Euan Dunn, \u003cb\u003eThe Countryman  \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrom acclaimed nature writer Richard Mabey,\u003ci\u003e Whistling in the Dark: In Pursuit of the Nightingale\u003c\/i\u003e is a rich and thoughtful exploration of the natural and literary histories of the elusive nightingale. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor thousands of years, the nightingale has been the most celebrated songbird in history. From Ovid to Shakespeare, Shelley to Keats, its exquisite song has inspired poets and playwrights, symbolising the enduring power of nature and love. But why have humans always fallen under its spell? \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNightingales have acquired a newly high profile in recent years, driven by revelations about their population collapse and a renewed interest in their cultural history. Each May, radio programmes now broadcast live songs and readings from the woods of southern England. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis new, fully revised edition of \u003ci\u003eWhistling in the Dark\u003c\/i\u003e promises to be more memorable than ever, featuring: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew first-hand accounts of nightingale performances, capturing their ethereal beauty both at home and across the globe. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInsightful explorations into the bird's recent population changes, unveiling possible causes behind their mysterious decline. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA newly uncovered story revealing that the nightingale's iconic song, featured in Beatrice Harrison's 1924 live BBC broadcast, was, in fact, the work of a remarkably talented human bird mimic. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCutting-edge scientific and philosophical perspectives on the profound relationship between birdsong and music. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eRepublished in 2025 by Aurum as a classic edition, this lyrical and illuminating work blends nature writing, folklore, and literary history to uncover the nightingale's timeless allure. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e--  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhistling in the Dark will be accompanied by an enhanced audiobook adaptation with sound inserts featuring the nightingale's song alongside medieval music inspired by the bird. It will also include the poignant BBC recording of a nightingale singing amid the roar of bombers during the Second World War, as well as Messiaen's evocative piano piece from Les Oiseaux.\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHardback | 176 pages | Published April 2025\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GARDNERS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63977873146205,"sku":"9781836005711","price":16.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0978\/3459\/8749\/files\/9781836005711-L.jpg?v=1774446746","url":"https:\/\/www.thebookmark.ie\/products\/whistling-in-the-dark-in-pursuit-of-the-nightingale","provider":"The Bookmark ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}