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Red Sky at Night: The Book of Lost Countryside Wisdom Hardcover – July 9, 2010

by Jane Struthers (Author)
4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars 425 ratings
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How to navigate by the stars, attract butterflies to a garden, build the perfect bonfire, and bake one's own bread—an indispensable guide to everything people knew and loved before we went inside and turned on the TV




In a world of traffic congestion, supermarket shopping, and 24-hour internet access, it is easy to feel disconnected from the beauty and rhythms of the natural world. This is the book for anyone who has ever gazed in awe at stars in the night's sky, tried to catch a perfect snowflake, or longed for the comfort of a roaring log fire. Readers will learn how to predict the weather just by looking at the sky, how to forage for food, and how to make cider. From differentiating types of owls to gardening by the phases of the moon, and from curing a cold to brewing ale, this lovely guide is packed with instructions and lists, ancient customs, and old wives tales, making it an indispensable guide to countryside lore.

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    288 pages
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    Ebury Press
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    July 9, 2010
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    5.5 x 1 x 8.5 inches
  6. ISBN-10
    0091932440
  7. ISBN-13
    978-0091932442
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Jane Struthers is the author of The Palmistry Bible, Read Your Future, and Working with Auras.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Ebury Press; First Edition (July 9, 2010)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 288 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0091932440
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0091932442
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.31 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 1 x 8.5 inches
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Noelle the Dreamer
5.0 out of 5 stars A delightful compilation of the many simple things we enjoyed before we tuned ourselves to the electronic age!
Reviewed in the United States on March 19, 2013
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For those of you who are not yet familiar with British author Jane Struthers, 'Red Sky At Night' is a delightful compilation of the many simple things we enjoyed before we tuned ourselves to the electronic age!
No need to have been raised in the countryside (I certainly was not), you will notice immediately the shrewd and comforting approach to a no nonsense lifestyle reflected in this gem of a book!
For those of you who consistently stress a green approach to everyday life to your family, this is a little guide packed with all sorts of judicious and even whimsical advice!

'Red Sky At Night', The Book of Lost Countryside Wisdom is a work of love and provides such subjects as how to navigate by the stars (you never know when this might come handy!), including a list of common birds of Britain and native trees of Britain.
Anglophiles will enjoy it for its wealth of British common sense but folks everywhere will appreciate a reminder of the simpler things in life!

Beginning with a foreword headed by Dr. Samuel Johnson's ' When two Englishman meet, their first talk is of the weather', readers will discover chapters titled 'All Creatures Great and Small (not the series) which covers for i.e. 'Bee lore', 'the life of a butterfly' or 'Oh! Deer' (that one is for us on this island!), followed by such as 'Up the Garden Path' which tells you of growing herbs and companion plants, and 'In the Kitchen' including the perfect High Tea, 'baking your own bread' and making your own yoghurt, on to a "Well Stocked Larder" and the best bitter orange marmalade recipe and strawberry jam ever, 'Traditions' and 'Country Crafts' to name only a few!

A little treasure of some 279 pages, this book of lost countryside wisdom is written with elegant penmanship to remind you of the good things in life, to be kept on your shelves for a quick reference! It has everything you might like to check now and then to help you stop the frenzy of day to day chores and smell the roses!

Jane Struthers ends her book with a poem by Robert Herrick's Hesperides which begins with...

"I sing of brooks, of blossoms, birds, and bowers: Of April, May, of June, and July flowers. I sing of Maypoles, Hock-carts, wassails, wakes, Of bridegrooms, brides, and of their bridal cakes."

Perfect for Spring! Many thanks to Country Rabbit for the book reference!
5 Stars!

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You will remember of course unless stated otherwise, reviews reflects only my opinion!
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lancaster
5.0 out of 5 stars Country Memories
Reviewed in the United States on December 27, 2011
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This little book is for people who have personal memories of having lived on a farm or heard stories told of living on a farm but not enough knowledge to enjoy living on a farm today. If you love the outdoors and must have the technology of today try this book. Try sitting in moonlight or a star filled night with a cell phone and talk to someone humdreds of miles away observing that same moon or falling stars while discussing weather, gardening or simply sightings of the day.
Random information on plants, trees, animals and a simple life.
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Clare O'Beara
4.0 out of 5 stars Red sky at night
Reviewed in the United States on December 17, 2018
I found some nice information in this book, such as how to identify owl species and build a fire. Some of the items are well known, and others are just common sense, such as how to dress to go out in the cold, and drink hot drinks and eat hot food first. Who couldn't think of that for themselves?

Much of the book seems too general - a list of names of British resident and visiting birds, without saying if superstitions or sayings are attached to any, or what time migrants arrived in past centuries or where they all breed.

The author adds her own interest in various divinations which were not really used, maybe by travelling gypsies who would tell fortunes.

However, the book is nicely presented, clearly written and suitable for young people as well as adults. Probably it's a good idea to store up and provide folk sayings and ideas, in case they get forgotten. If anyone wants to read more I recommend 'Apricot Village' by Ted Humphris, written by a head gardener in an English village / stately home.
This is an unbiased review.
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Leighm
5.0 out of 5 stars Interesting
Reviewed in the United States on January 15, 2014
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I like trivia and this feeds that need for me. Also, my grandmother was full of old country wisdom, and much of that has been lost from our family since her passing. I find it comforting to know that someone has collected some of that information into a book so it isn't lost in the next generation. "Red skies at night, a sailor' s delight..." Was one of her favorite weather predictions.
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Weedaisy
5.0 out of 5 stars Enjoyable and informative read
Reviewed in the United States on July 20, 2019
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I learned a lot from this book. I found it an enjoyable and calming read. It made me feel like I was in the English countryside.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Fascinating
Reviewed in the United States on July 31, 2020
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This is a wonderful book with interesting facts and tidbits.
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Nancy Whelan
3.0 out of 5 stars It is a fun read and a paragraph at a time is fine ...
Reviewed in the United States on August 27, 2016
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This book is about what I expected. It is a fun read and a paragraph at a time is fine for a quick read. What would have changed my mind about the purchase is that this is folklore from ENGLAND. My husband and I attend a few reenactments, so I thought the knowledge would add depth to our presentation. UNfortunately, it is the wrong culture. Much of the info is specific to the English culture, flora, and fauna. Not to mention, the sky view is different there than in the central US.
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DeVona
5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful book
Reviewed in the United States on September 22, 2013
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This charming book of interesting facts, quotes, lore and more OSA great addition to any bookshelf. It's especially good for picking up during random, spare moments to glean a few more facts.
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Chrissie Ann
5.0 out of 5 stars Great reading
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 25, 2022
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This is great reading. It tells you so much about how things were in the past for ordinary people and how they thought about their world and their surroundings.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Interesante
Reviewed in Spain on May 22, 2016
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La primera noticia que tuve de este libro fue a través de un préstamo. Luego, la adquisición ha sido a consciencia: ameno, interesante, curioso. Lo recomiendo!
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snowbird1
5.0 out of 5 stars Red sky at night: the book of lost countryside wisdom
Reviewed in Canada on June 23, 2014
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I thoroughly am enjoying reading this book. I remember a lot of the articles from when my parents talked about some of the things in it.
My friend and I are totally having fun with some of the articles.I am not sure which age groups would enjoy it, but my daughters are 40 and like it.
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Mrs C P Hessey
5.0 out of 5 stars Just perfect
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 3, 2012
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I had a retirement present to get for someone who loved birds and the countryside and had seen this in a book shop in Leeds so had a good idea of what was inside, but it was even better than I expected and quite a few people at the retirement party asked after it. The recipient was equally delighted and I will be ordering more as I know of other people who would like this just as much. The book arrived in pristine condition and on time.
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