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Explore Richard Adams’s internationally acclaimed writing.

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Mayor of Islington unveils green Islington Heritage Plaque

Nov 18, 2022


As part of the 50th anniversary celebrations, a new green plaque is unveiled to commemorate the author's home

Learn more about Richard Adams and Watership Down.

Richard Adams lived in Hampshire, England. He has written about his childhood and youth, including the time he served in the army in World War II, in 'The Day Gone By'.