Esther Woolfsonová se ve své tvorbě zaměřuje na propojení urbanistického a divokého světa, zkoumá vztahy mezi lidmi a zvířaty, která s námi sdílejí naše životní prostory. Její psaní se často dotýká témat biologie, změny klimatu a etiky mezidruhových vztahů. Woolfsonová překračuje tradiční hranice mezi uměním a vědou, čímž její díla získávají jedinečný interdisciplinární rozměr. Její texty jsou plné postřehů o skrytých ekosystémech a našeho soužití s přírodou.
Letting her experience speak for itself, Woolfson likens the fears and foibles of corvids to those of humans, taking into account the science of bird intelligence, evolution, song, and flight while also highlighting their big personalities and capacity for affection
The book, originally published by Granta Books in 2013, presents a compelling narrative that explores unique themes and characters. It delves into intricate relationships and societal issues, offering readers an engaging and thought-provoking experience. The author's distinctive voice and style contribute to a rich storytelling that captivates and resonates with audiences.
Scottish writer Esther Woolfson details fascination with corvids, based on experiences with her own pet birds, which includes a rook named Chicken, a talking magpie, a baby crow, a starling, a parrot, and others
A beautifully written and thought-provoking record of a year spent observing the natural world in a city, which looks afresh at our relationship to the weather, the plants and the animals that live in close proximity to us
A landmark new book about the fraught relationship between humans and animals that takes us from Genesis to climate change.