Mary-Ann Ochota is a broadcaster and anthropologist who gained her MA from Emmanuel College, Cambridge University in 2002. She is a reporter on Channel 4's Unreported World documentary strand, has presented on Time Team, and also programmes on ITV (including on Britain's Secret Treasures, for which she wrote the tie-in book), BBC4, BBC3, Discovery, Animal Planet and is a regular guest on Sky News newspaper review.
"...This fascinating spotter's guide to Britain's historical
landscape - what to see and how to decipher it - is rammed with
intriguing nuggets...You will quickly learn about the mysterious
landscapes that we blunder across so blindly....Ochota's book
covers a satisfying variety of different subjects, from pathways,
bridges and old houses, to hedges, churches, graveyards and field
patterns left behind by medieval ploughmen...it is nuggets such as
these that make this richly detailed book so attractive to
read."
- Andrew Holgate, The Sunday Times"This book is perfect for anyone
who's travelled through the countryside, scratched their head, and
thought, 'what on earth is that thing'?" - Tony Robinson "...in
Hidden Histories, a definitive classic field guide on a neglected
area of interest - the landscape itself - is born... its scope is
as magnificent as our countryside itself." - Countryfile Magazine
"A great book to keep in the car ready for all those family days
out and holidays. It is packed full of great illustrations that
bring the book's text to life." - Four Shires "A field guide that
will open your eyes to the countryside in a way that very few books
can rival." - Tom Holland, New Statesman"...a fascinating guide to
deciphering and understanding the British landscape." - The
Countryman"A friendly and well-written introduction to the hidden
riches of the British landscape, with clear explanations and
excellent illustrations. Use it as a handy guide, when
out-and-about, or read it from cover to cover at home. Either way,
it's an excellent and authoritative read." - Prof. Francis
Pryor"What a brilliant idea - I only wish I'd thought of it first!
Reading the ground is so much fun - made even better by the fact it
requires no kit except the human eye mark 1 - still the best tool
of all, as you know. This fine tome is the perfect companion for a
good old walk in the wilds. Fantastically thorough. And so much
detail and careful thought, ideal for all - whether specialist or
general enthusiast. I'm loving it and learning from it. First
class! " - Neil Oliver"This beautifully presented and fascinating
guide will enrich any walk and while away many a rainy afternoon."
- Trail Magazine"I've spent over forty years wandering the British
countryside, and only just found out I've been doing it with my
eyes shut! Mary-Ann's 'Hidden Histories' unveils the forgotten
stories behind things we see everyday, and sheds light on
spectacles we might otherwise stride obliviously past." - Steve
Backshall "Hidden Histories is an accessible travelogue through
time from prehistoric Britain to recent history. With the easy
style of a handbook, it will help you become a Sherlock Holmes of
the landscape, able to decipher clues and annoy your friends with
factoids about British history... a pleasure for anyone curious
about the outdoors." - Geographical"Provides all the information
you need to unlock the secret of your surroundings. Once you've
read this book you'll see the landscape in a completely new light."
- Outdoor Photography" A pleasure for anyone curious about the
outdoors." - Geographical Magazine
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