Nature Cure By Richard Mabey

Richard Mabey continues his groundbreaking book on the impact of nature on mental health.

When the nation's foremost nature writer found himself in the grip of a severe depression, the natural world, a lifelong source of inspiration, became meaningless.

This book charts the first year of his recovery and his adventure of re-engaging with nature.

As Mabey tries to restart his life in East Anglia, he looks back on the beginnings of his illness.

Written and read by Richard Mabey.

Abridged by Julian Wilkinson.

Producer: Elizabeth Allard

Pioneering nature writer Richard Mabey recalls how his illness began...

One of the UK's leading nature writers on the link between mental health and nature.

The writer recalls the start of his illness, before re-engaging with nature and rebuilding his life in East Anglia. From 2005.

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