«In this sparkling book, Guida establishes himself as a preeminent listener of the past. Listening to British Nature is an important book, subtle in its telling and striking in its implications for our understanding of historical acoustemology.»

Mark Smith, author of A Sensory History Manifesto

«By cleverly weaving together themes of nature, war, and broadcasting, Guida offers us an exciting new way to listen to - and to understand - twentieth century Britain. His book is clearly the result of meticulous research and deep thought. But it's also infused with genuine compassion for the people and events it describes. This is history at its glittering, exhilarating best.»

David Hendy, Emeritus Professor of Media and Cultural History, University of Sussex