Elusive, ethereal, evocative – the hare permeates our consciousness like no other creature. Despite facing ever increasing environmental pressures, it still retains its ability to both delight and confound in equal measure. Published in conjunction with The Hare Preservation Trust, The Hare Book offers a unique insight into this most fascinating of creatures; from its place in nature to its many appearances in art and literature. With never before published scientific research, and original artwork from Jackie Morris this is a unique and long overdue look at the hare in all its many guises.

Sections include:

• Why a hare is not a rabbit
• The hare in nature
• The hare in danger
• The hare in myth and legend
• Illustrated short story by Jackie Morris
• The hare in art and literature

Nature Book series: 

• The Puffin Book
• The Badger Book
• The Hedgehog Book
• The Robin Book
• The Red Squirrel Book
• The Bee Book
• The Owl Book
• The Fox Book
• The Hare Book
• The Native Pony Book
• The Beaver Book
• The Otter Book
• The Water Vole Book
• The Frog Book
• The Crow Book
• The Butterfly Book

Jane Russ is series editor of Graffeg’s Nature Books and author of the popular titles The Hare Book, The Fox Book, The Owl Book, The Red Squirrel Book, The Native Pony Book, The Crow Family Book, The Robin Book and the Butterfly Book. Jane is based in Wiltshire.

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'I am in the company of incredible writers, photographers and artists. How can this not be a best-seller! All hares would be happy with this!' Andrew Fusek Peters

'A beautifully produced book that explores not just the practical facts and details about hares but also dips into the vast collection of myths, stories and art inspired by these creatures. Glorious colour photos on every page. A great starting point for anyone with the slightest interest in hares and a lovely addition for those passionate about these rare and endangered animals.' Customer Review

'If you love Hares... I guarantee you'll love this book...it has stunning pictures, a fantastic layout, and it's very informative in an easy to reference way. This book is a MUST for your collection.' Customer Review