The Book of Trespass

The Book of Trespass by Nick Hayes is a compelling read that delves into the concept of trespassing and its implications. Published in 2021 by Bloomsbury Publishing PLC, this book provides a unique perspective on the notion of property and boundaries. The author, Nick Hayes, masterfully explores the historical, political, and legal aspects of trespassing in an engaging and thought-provoking way. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of property rights and the social implications of trespassing. Its blend of personal narrative, historical analysis, and insightful commentary makes it a standout in its genre. Don't miss out on this enlightening publication from Bloomsbury Publishing PLC.

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'Brilliant, passionate and political . . . The Book of Trespass will make you see landscapes differently' Robert Macfarlane

'A remarkable and truly radical work, loaded with resonant truths' George Monbiot

The vast majority of our country is entirely unknown to us because we are banned from setting foot on it. By law of trespass, we are excluded from 92 per cent of the land and 97 per cent of its waterways, blocked by walls whose legitimacy is rarely questioned. But behind them lies a story of enclosure, exploitation and dispossession of public rights whose effects last to this day.

The Book of Trespass takes us on a journey over the walls of England, into the thousands of square miles of rivers, woodland, lakes and meadows that are blocked from public access. By trespassing the land of the media magnates, Lords, politicians and private corporations that own England, Nick Hayes argues that the root of social inequality is the uneven distribution of land.

Weaving together the stories of poachers, vagabonds, gypsies, witches, hippies, ravers, ramblers, migrants and protestors, and charting acts of civil disobedience that challenge orthodox power at its heart, The Book of Trespass will transform the way you see the land.

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