A spellbinding piece of publishing which is a feast for both the ears and the eyes. A beautiful book which should be poured over, treasured and read aloud when ever the opportunity arises. Robert's words and Jackie's illustrations conjure up a natural world that we should all long to be part of, one filled with mystery, wonder and enchantment. It saddens me so that this world is one much unknown by the younger generations but perhaps this book can act as a gateway to entice them in. Pick up a copy of this book, speak the enchanting words aloud, let your eyes trace the glorious illustrations and who knows what magic may happen!

This book is an anecdote to anyone feeling a certain disconnect with the modern world an the ever increasing urban sprawl. The illustrations can be contemplated in their own right, the attention to detail and colour are beautiful. Words that are no longer known to my grandchildren are brought back to life with an urgency that resonates with anyone of a certain age who is old enough to mourn the loss of habitat and birds that were our childhood companions.

The Lost Words is a complete visual joy to behold; spectacular and outstanding in all its resplendent and ‘oversized’ glory. The Lost Words reminds us to stop, stare and marvel at the natural wonders of our world all around us whilst also reconnecting us with ‘common words [ and species] that are falling from common usage’ (Jackie Morris). Gloriously illustrated by Jackie, this book combines her stunning watercolours with Robert Macfarlane’s richly captivating and evocative acrostic ‘spells’, which remind me of similar semantics and wordplay to my own favourite poet Dylan Thomas', that are just asking to be read aloud for readers of all ages to lose themselves in the power of his words. It’s such a landmark book, as it not only talks about environmental sustainability but about the sustainability of the words we keep in use to describe them, that’ll have a legacy which will inspire many a generation. Arguably, there’s no other book quite like this and I would go as far as to describe this book as one-of-a-kind; a six-star book. After you’ve read and longingly explored its pages, it will be exceedingly difficult not to compare all books to the exquisite quality of The Lost Words because without a doubt, this will be one of the most beautiful books you will ever have the pleasure of holding in your hands. I hope this truly awe-inspiring, breathtaking and special book finds its way in to the hands, hearts and minds of every child, every parent, every teacher, every classroom and every school up and down the country because not having the chance for all to devour this would be a disservice to the future of society. Owing to the incredible and harmonious collaboration between Robert & Jackie, The Lost Words will now be rightfully found again.

I purchased this for my daughter, at her request.for her birthday. It is so beautiful I just might have to buy one for myself. The illustrations are divine!

A beautifully produced book which I bought on-line for a friend's child. Sadly, this child will never receive it because I have kept it for myself. I tried to get another copy for my oldest friend but apparently it can't be shipped to the USA, which isn't surprising because it is very large, which is part of why it is wonderful. It is worth every bean! SAM