Down to Earth

Robert Ashton explores the profound connection between humanity and the ground beneath our feet in Down to Earth: Rediscovering Our Roots, Volume 1. This nature book examines the evolving history of our relationship with soil over the last five hundred years. Ashton traces how human perspectives on the earth have shifted, providing a historical context for our modern environmental understanding.

The narrative features diverse stories from various practitioners, including gardeners, archaeologists, agriculturalists, and naturalists. By highlighting the work of those who interact with the earth daily, from gravediggers to naturists, the text builds a comprehensive view of soil importance. Down to Earth: Rediscovering Our Roots, Volume 1 serves as an informative guide to understanding the vital role of the earth in our contemporary lives.