An illustrated survey of vernacular buildings from all over Britain. It is not only a collection of architectural drawings, but also a guide for those people who would like to maintain or convert a country cottage in such a way that it continues to stand in harmony with its surroundings.
For the first time, HRH The Prince of Wales shares his insights on how pressing modern challenges like climate change and poverty stem from humanity's discord with nature. He argues that the solution lies in restoring balance with the world around us. This thought-provoking book shifts the discourse on sustainability and climate change, emphasizing that solutions extend beyond technology to encompass a fundamental change in our worldview. Having studied various disciplines for decades, the Prince examines the extensive impact of modern industrialization on the natural world, revealing how it has led to disharmony and climate crises. His research spans from the rice farms of India to America’s corn belt, highlighting how contemporary life has strayed from historical practices, resulting in social issues and exacerbated climate change. Through examples from farming, healthcare, transportation, and design, he proposes actionable solutions, envisioning a future that marries traditional wisdom with modern science to prevent disaster. Ultimately, this work illustrates what humanity has lost in the modern age and outlines steps to reclaim the harmony of our ancestors. Enhanced with vibrant photographs and charts, this insightful guide serves as a crucial tool in the fight to protect our planet.
Offers a call to action from one of the world's leading proponents of sustainable farming practices, His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales.
Makes a personal plea for urban development that preserves the unique character and tradition of towns and cities, arguing that architecture serves the aesthetic and practical needs of the average citizen
Hardback published 2006; softback reprint published to mark ascendancy to imperial throne in 2019. Became Crown Prince of Japan in 1989, on death of his grandfather Emperor Showa, Prince Naruhito studied at Merton College, Oxford, 1983-1985. This marked the first time that anyone in direct succession to the throne had ever studied outside Japan.