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Charles John Cornish

 
9781332525423: The New Forest (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Discover the New Forest’s enduring magic—from ancient forests to living traditions. This engaging volume peels back the layers of a landscape that has shaped kings, commoners, and travelers for centuries, revealing how the forest’s laws, scenery, and people weave together to form a unique British treasure.

From Lyndhurst to Beaulieu, the book traces the Central Forest’s history, its royal connections, and the delicate balance between timber, pasture, and wild spaces. It explains how forest law shaped life, while following the people who work the land, tend ponies, and monitor deer and swine. Rich with illustrations and vivid scenes, it invites readers to see the forest through the eyes of those who lived in and around it.



Across chapters on the forest’s geography, its rights and rituals, and the remarkable creatures that roam its edges, you’ll encounter colorful details about ponies, the Beaulieu River, and notable sites like Mark Ash and Knightwood Oak. The narrative blends history, nature, and local lore into a singular portrait of a landscape that remains a sanctuary and a spectacle.




  • Learn how the forest was created and governed, and why forest law mattered to rulers and residents alike.

  • Meet the forest ponies, their keeping, and the people who breed and track them.

  • Explore key places such as Lyndhurst, Beaulieu, and Swan Green, along with the forest’s rivers and paths.



Ideal for readers of natural history and regional history who want a thoughtful, approachable view of a legendary English landscape.

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