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Wild enthusiasm: Steve Wright’s very British safari

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Wild enthusiasm: Steve Wright’s very British safari
Countryside and coastal holidays are a great way to experience British wildlife and now’s the time to start thinking about the coming year. Amateur naturalist Steve Wright shares his tips and experience of planning a trip – and how to get the most out of it …

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Lydia's book suggestions for January - staying in this month will be a pleasure with these books to enjoy!

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Lydia's book suggestions for January - staying in this month will be a pleasure with these books to enjoy!
If you are staying in why not treat yourself to a good book to enjoy by the fire in January. From a moving memoir to a fact-filled book on all aspects of the countryside today, we have a title to suit you.

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Michael Clayton (1934–2022) RIP

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Michael Clayton (1934–2022) RIP

The team at Merlin Unwin Books was saddened to hear of the death of author and friend Michael Clayton with whom we worked happily over many years, right up to his final book, My Life in the News. A loyal friend and colleague, witty, wise and generous he will be greatly missed. 

Our thoughts are with his family and wife Marilyn Clayton. 

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Michael Clayton OBITUARY – Horse & Hound Editor and BBC war correspondent (1934–2022)

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Michael Clayton OBITUARY – Horse & Hound Editor and BBC war correspondent (1934–2022)
Former editor of Horse and Hound, Michael Clayton's obituary published in Horse and Hound Magazine December 2022.

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A Day at the Races - our customer's feedback on the book!

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A Day at the Races - our customer's feedback on the book!
If you like the sounds of Peter May's book about horseracing, A Day at the Races, you don't need to hear the positive feedback from us...The book has been reviewed by magazines, newspapers and our valued customers. 

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