The Making of the British Landscape: How We Have Transformed the Land, from Prehistory to Today

From our suburban streets which still trace the boundaries of long vanished farms to the Norfolk Broads, formed when medieval peat pits flooded - evidence of man's effect on Britain is everywhere.

Packed with over 250 maps and photographs, compellingly written and argued, this highly acclaimed book will permanently change the way you see your surroundings.

'Under his gaze, the land starts to fill with tribes and clans wandering this way and that, leaving traces that can still be seen today... Pryor feels the land rather than simply knowing it.' - Kathryn Hughes, Guardian 'Compelling, deeply rewarding and hugely impressive ... pull on your boots and coat, go out into the open.' - Philip Marsden, Sunday Times