Richard Mabey, now in his 80th year, reads from 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.

Today, 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 and produced by Elizabeth Allard
Photo: Elizabeth Orcutt Show less