Egelverhalen: Stories of wild hedgehogs in The Netherlands is a unique and immersive eBook that brings the hidden lives of European hedgehogs (Erinaceus europaeus) to light through storytelling.
In this book, you follow hedgehogs across the Netherlands throughout the year. From January to December, each chapter set in a different location. You may recognize: a backyard, a vacant lot, an orchard, or a quiet holiday park. Every story is told from the perspective of a different hedgehog, offering a deeply personal and realistic glimpse into their world.
While the hedgehogs in this book are fictional, the challenges they face are very real.
Modern landscapes are changing rapidly. Traffic, urbanasation, drought and declining insect populations all have a direct impact on hedgehog survival. Through these stories, you will not only experience their nightly journeys. You also gain a deeper understanding of their vulnerability and the pressures they face in today’s environment.
This book blends narrative storytelling with real ecological insight, making it both engaging and educational.
What you’ll find
In Egelverhalen: Stories of wild hedgehogs in The Netherlands, you will find:
- 12 short stories, each set in a different month and habitat.
- Realistic portrayals of hedgehog behaviour and habitat.
- Insights into human impact on wildlife.
- Practical tips on how to support hedgehogs in your own environment.
- Small educational elements woven naturally inot the stories.
The book can be read in multiple ways: follow the months in order, read individual stories, or explore different ‘Hedgehog years” at your own pace.
Written for readers ages 12 and up. This eBook is perfect for nature lovers, animal enthusiasts and anyone who wants to reconnect with the quiet, often unseen life that unfolds after dark.
Delivered as a downloadable .epub format eBook, it is ideal for relaxed reading while also offering meaningful insight into wildlife conservation.
If you want to experience nature from a new perspective, and better understand the lives of hedgehogs in the wild. This book offers a compelling and heartfelt journey.
