麻豆社

Richard Mabey reads his groundbreaking book on the impact of nature on mental health.

When the nation鈥檚 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.

Mabey reflects on how nature helped with his own struggle with depression.

Written and read by Richard Mabey.

Omnibus of five parts abridged by Julian Wilkinson.

Producer: Elizabeth Allard

First broadcast on 麻豆社 Radio 4 in March 2005.