A Year in Nature: Explore the Countryside, Month by Month (Hardback) - Rene Mettler

Journey through a year in the enchanting countryside, observing its changing seasons, plants and animals.

A Year in Nature is a captivating journey through the changing seasons in the picturesque countryside. Each month reveals the magical transformations of the landscape, from the snow-covered hillside in January through to the golden wheat fields of high summer.

As well as observing which plants and animals come and go throughout the year, readers will learn to observe shifts in temperature, day length and which fruits and vegetables are harvested throughout the year. Beautiful traditional artwork and gatefolds on every spread are perfect for spotting the diverse flora and fauna that make the countryside so special.

About the Author

Rene Mettler is a renowned French author and illustrator known for his captivating children's books that explore nature and the environment. Born in Switzerland in 1942, Mettler discovered his passion for art early, inspired by his heraldist grandfather. He later trained as a graphic designer at the School of Applied Arts in Bienne, and moved to Paris in 1966, working as an art director before dedicating himself fully to illustration in 1971. Mettler has illustrated numerous acclaimed non-fiction children's books, particularly for Gallimard Jeunesse, contributing to beloved series like Mes Premieres Decouvertes and Decouverte Benjamin. His work was recognised with the 'La Science Se Livre' teen prize in 2012.