AN INDEPENDENT BOOK OF THE YEAR

' An engaging tone enlivens a book packed with surprising information … Wild Cities is a splendid, uplifting book that is as entertaining as it is enlightening'

Independent, five-star review

‘The battle for stabilising our planet will be won or lost in cities. Chris Fitch’s beautiful book is a joyride through the ingenious nature-based solutions for urban life and infrastructure that are showing the way. ‘Wild Cities’ is a mind-shifting, heart-lifting glimpse into the healthy, sustainable, calm and beautiful cities that could be ours if we open our eyes to the possibilities and pull together for change’

Isabella Tree

'An inspiring and essential guide to reconnecting urban life with the wildness we all need for a thriving future'

Alastair Humphreys

'Thought-provoking and can give food for thought to policymakers and individuals alike'

Geographical

'An excellent, meticulously researched book, which should be mandatory reading for every city planner in Britain'

Country Life

‘Illuminating, evocative and inspirational. If you live in a big city, this book will make you look at it in a completely new way’

Sinclair McKay

'An important and fabulous book, with so many great stories and beautiful insights. Really wonderful stuff'

Daniel Raven Ellison, National Geographic Explorer and founder of National Park City and Slow Ways campaigns