The World to Come

The Guardian Best Children’s Books of 2024
The Times Best Children’s Books of 2024
Waterstones Best Children’s Books of 2024
Shortlisted for Foyles Book of the Year 2024

On my way through the wood wound a thread through the dream…

Take a lyrical journey with a father and son who walk together through an ever-changing landscape and discover a world to come that’s filled with hope. This stunning picture book collaboration from bestselling author Robert Macfarlane, actor Johnny Flynn and illustrator Emily Sutton sings with a love of words and rhythm, and vividly conjures the magic of nature.

Praise for TheWorld to Come
“A lyrical journey filled with golden light, the intricate beauty of woodland and riverbank, and hope for the natural world’s future”—Guardian
“A message of hope and beauty” —Countryfile
“A lovely looking thing” —Mark Radcliffe, Radio 2 Folk Show
“A rhythmic celebration of the natural world that visualizes miracles repeating over a long span of time—and rewards those who stop to notice them”―Publishers Weekly
“Perfect for a nighttime read-aloud … An optimistic ode to the wonders of nature and the remarkable rhythm of life”―Booklist
“A mesmerizing picture book”―Literary Hub