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The Sunday Times Best Nature Writing Books 2020

SHORTLISTED FOR THE 2020 WAINWRIGHT PRIZE

A naturalist's passionate dive into the lives of bees (of all stripes) and the natural world in her own backyard

Brigit Strawbridge Howard was shocked the day she realised she knew more about…

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1 author picked Dancing with Bees as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

When the book was published, I couldn't wait to read it. I love reading about nature, especially bees, and also learning a few fascinating facts along the way, and this book didn’t disappoint.

It’s beautifully written by Brigit. I nearly read it in one sitting, as the chapters flow so temptingly from subject to subject. 

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