In this wondrous new work of nature writing, naturalist Declan Murphy undertakes an unforgettable journey across Ireland in search of its rarest and most beguiling orchids – accompanied always by his steadfast Dalmatian, Lucy. What begins with the discovery of a single withered stem in the winter‑bleak Burren becomes a summer‑long odyssey through limestone pavements, mountain bogs, ancient eskers and hidden woodlands.Murphy's luminous, deeply attentive prose reveals a hidden Irelan...

The new book from critically acclaimed writer, Declan Murphy.'As I study the birds, animals and plants around me, I cannot helpbut see the patterns all living things seem driven to create.'Declan Murphy's first encounter with a kingfisher as a young boy was unforgettable. Returning to the rivers years later, he embarks on a quest to study this most brightly-coloured bird during its nesting season, a seemingly straightforward challenge. But the river is slow to reveal...

Random House presents the unabridged, downloadable audiobook edition of Centaur by Declan Murphy and Ami Rao, read by Stephen Hogan and Julie Maisey.As heard on BBC Radio 4: Midweek.Coping with your own death, when you are not yet dead, is a strange thing...A natural on a horse since he was able to walk, and imbued with a pure love of riding, Declan Murphy became one of the most brilliant jockeys of his generation ...