Six Books That Bring You The Best of Yorkshire
There's a reason it's God's Own Country
Yorkshire
Richard Morris
A vast and sweeping exploration of God’s Own Country as told by its people, drawing on history, family stories, travel writing and local ecology. From wetlands and chalk hills to mountains and the coast, Richard explores what makes Yorkshire, Yorkshire.
The Rough Guide to Yorkshire
Rough Guides
Labelled as the first comprehensive guidebook to England’s largest county, this book gives detailed coverage of Yorkshire’s rugged beauty, from the Dales and Moors to the North Sea coastline and the county’s multi-cultural cities. Even locals can expect to find new and exciting hidden gems.
Hockney’s Pictures
David Hockney
The definitive look at one of the most acclaimed artists of the 20th and 21st century, Bradford’s own David Hockney. Known for his bright and bold style, David was at the centre of the pop art movement in the ‘60s and has remained a prominent figure into his 80s.
The Little Books of The Little Brontës
Sara O’Leary
Discover the true story of the siblings who would go on to become one of Britain’s greatest literary families in this heartwarming children’s book. Follow Charlotte, Branwell, Emily and Anne as they navigate the windswept moors of their home with imagination and adventure.
The Yorkshire Forager
Alysia Vasey
Gaining a reputation for championing all things wild, Alysia Vasey (AKA The Yorkshire Forager) shares the story of how she got into foraging and what makes Yorkshire’s greenery so special. Expect hilarity, misadventure and good, honest foraging wisdom.
All Wickets Great and Small
John Fuller
There’s no stopping cricket in Yorkshire and this book takes the ultimate British pastime back to its roots, exploring the world of amateur cricket over the course of a whirlwind summer. From the struggles of attracting players and funding issues, to the rivalries that can make or break a league, this is a must-read for sport fanatics.
