Ebb and Flow: A Guide to Seasonal Living

by Tiffany Francis-Baker

An inspirational and informative illustrated guide to help you embrace each season and find peace, mindfulness and joy throughout the year.Illustrated throughout with newly commissioned sketches, prints and paintings by the author, Ebb and Flow introduces seasonal living and explains why it is increasingly vital for us to reconnect with the seasons. Tiffany Francis-Baker offers practical, science-backed advice demonstrating the mental and physical health benefits of practising mindful, seasonal living.Following the Pagan 'Wheel of the Year' through a nature-led calendar, Francis-Baker explains the origins of seasonal Pagan and Celtic names, traditions and events. She outlines the short- and long-term benefits of leading slower lives and encourages us to enjoy closer connections with nature and healthier relationships with our own well-being. Each section begins with an introduction to the season, then details what you can grow and forage, the wildlife you can spot and which seasonal behaviours to look out for. Crafts and seasonal activities demonstrate quick ways to stay connected with the seasons, even at our busiest times, and illustrated spreads explain lunar phases, hibernation, stargazing and more.With beautiful images, inspiring words and imaginative seasonal crafts, this tactile book has something to help everyone connect with the rhythm of the year and feel more grounded with nature.

Genres: Nonfiction, Nature

256 pages, Hardcover

Published November 19, 2024

Reviews

[Georgia · Rating 4 out of 5]

The book recs and things to watch for each season were great. It helps you to appreciate things. Some things abit obvious to point out but hopefully that's because I already live a little seasonably. An easy read with lovely illustrations. Some recipes. Mostly just thoughtful comments and ideas.

[Estelio · Rating 3 out of 5]

Very pretty, but light on detail and folklore. Resources area at the back is the most useful part.

[Renee Brazeau · Rating 5 out of 5]

I want to buy myself this book. Beautiful connected to nature and observing the changes around us. A tonic for the soul especially in a digital world.