International Pilgrimage and Wild Journeys Books
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1923 : The Mystery of Lot 212 and a Tour de France Obsession
Crowned the Cycling Book of the Year at the 2024 Sports Book Awards, this captivating work by Ned Boulting has also earned its place amongst Waterstones' finest sports books of 2023 and secured a nomination for the William Hill Sports Book of the Year...- £10.99 GBP
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A Time of Gifts : A John Murray Journey
Embark on a mesmerising odyssey through pre-war Europe with Patrick Leigh Fermor's 'A Time of Gifts'. This captivating travelogue, introduced by Jan Morris, chronicles the author's audacious trek from Holland to Hungary at the tender age of eighteen. In 1933, armed with nothing but...- £12.99 GBP
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A Time to Keep Silence
From the French Abbey of St Wandrille to the abandoned and awesome Rock Monasteries of Cappadocia in Turkey, the celebrated travel writer Patrick Leigh Fermor studies the rigorous contemplative lives of the monks and the timeless beauty of their monastic surroundings. In his occasional...- £9.99 GBP
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A Walk In The Woods : The World's Funniest Travel Writer Takes a Hike
As the New York Times aptly puts it, 'Short of embarking on the journey yourself, the finest way to immerse oneself in nature is to delve into a book like A Walk in the Woods.' Accompanied by his chum Stephen Katz (previously encountered in...- £10.99 GBP
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Anima : A Wild Pastoral
Acclaimed as 'A classic in the making for our times' by Monique Roffey, and hailed as 'Haunting, beautiful' by Cal Flyn, who remarked that 'Anima will live with me for a long time', Kapka Kassabova's spellbinding new book has been described by Horatio Clare...- £22.00 GBP
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As I Walked Out One Midsummer Morning
In this captivating sequel to the beloved "Cider with Rosie", Laurie Lee embarks on a remarkable journey of self-discovery. Bidding farewell to his Cotswolds upbringing, the intrepid young man sets off for London, where he ekes out a living through manual labour and his...- £9.99 GBP
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Atlas of Forgotten Places : Journeys to Abandoned and Deserted Destinations Around the Globe
Embark on a captivating journey through the forgotten corners of our world. This extraordinary atlas unveils a collection of abandoned, enigmatic, and slumbering monuments that have slipped into the shadows of history. From ancient ruins and decaying castles to more contemporary relics—such as a...- £9.99 GBP
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Atlas of Improbable Places : A Journey to the World's Most Unusual Corners
Embark on an extraordinary odyssey to the world's most peculiar and perplexing locations in this captivating compendium. Travis Elborough, the esteemed author and social commentator, serves as your intrepid guide through a landscape of hidden wonders and bizarre marvels. From the eerie Island of...- £9.99 GBP
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Atlas of Unexpected Places : Haphazard Discoveries, Chance Places and Unimaginable Destinations
Traverse the globe and explore the extraordinary. This is a unique, enigmatic collection of 45 meticulously crafted maps for wandering off the beaten track. Embark on an armchair expedition across nations and marvel at astounding spots only ever stumbled upon by chance. The profound...- £9.99 GBP
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Atlas of Vanishing Places : The Lost Worlds as They Were and as They Are Today
Imagine what the world once looked like as you discover places that have disappeared from modern atlases in this stunningly illustrated and award-winning book. Have you ever wondered about�cities that lie forgotten�under the dust of newly settled land?�Rivers and seas whose changing shape has...- £9.99 GBP
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Blood River : A Journey to Africa's Broken Heart (Vintage Voyages)
Embark on a perilous yet captivating adventure through the heart of Africa in Tim Butcher's "Blood River: A Journey to Africa's Broken Heart." This gripping travel memoir recounts Butcher's audacious attempt to retrace the footsteps of the legendary 19th-century explorer H.M. Stanley, traversing the...- £9.99 GBP
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Consolations of the Forest : Alone in a Cabin in the Middle Taiga
In a daring quest for liberation, Sylvain Tesson embarked upon a journey reminiscent of the ascetic hermits of Russia's past. His audacious plan? To sequester himself for half a year in a solitary cabin nestled deep within the taiga, perched on the edge of...- £10.99 GBP
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Elixir : A Voyage into Alchemy
Nestled in the ancient Mesta valley, one of Europe's longest-inhabited river basins and a haven for wild plant foragers, Elixir offers a captivating journey into the profound bonds between humans, flora, and their environment. Kapka Kassabova, whose forthcoming work 'Anima: A Wild Pastoral' is...- £10.99 GBP
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From the Holy Mountain : A Journey in the Shadow of Byzantium
William Dalrymple's "From the Holy Mountain" weaves a tapestry of historical intrigue, spiritual exploration, and political tension, all seasoned with the author's signature dash of dark humour. This gripping narrative parallels two extraordinary journeys across the Byzantine realm, separated by nearly 1500 years. In...- £12.99 GBP
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High Caucasus : A Mountain Quest in Russia's Haunted Hinterland
Hailed as 'Outstanding' by the TIMES and 'Gripping' by the ECONOMIST, this compelling narrative has garnered multiple accolades, including shortlistings for the RSL Christopher Bland Prize, the Pushkin House Book Prize, and the Edward Stanford Travel Book of the Year. In 'High Caucasus: A...- £12.99 GBP
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Hildasay to Home : How I Found a Family by Walking the UK's Coastline
In this gripping sequel to his Sunday Times bestseller "Finding Hildasay", Christian Lewis continues his extraordinary journey along Britain's coastline, discovering not just a path, but a family and a future. Following his transformative experience on Hildasay, Chris' adventure takes an unexpected turn when...- £20.00 GBP
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Island Dreams : Mapping an Obsession
Shortlisted for the prestigious Waterstones Book of the Year, 'Island Dreams' is a captivating exploration of isolation and adventure. With the precision of a cartographer and the eloquence of a wordsmith, Cal Flyn charts a course through the fascinating realm of island life. Drawing...- £10.99 GBP
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Limestone Country
In 'Limestone Country', Fiona Sampson crafts an insightful and poetic exploration of four seemingly unrelated landscapes across Europe and beyond. These diverse locales are intricately connected by their shared limestone foundations, personal experiences, and the author's distinctive imaginative lens. Sampson delves into the very...- £14.00 GBP
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Sailing Alone : A History
**Shortlisted for the Maritime Foundation Award for Best Book 2024** Hailed as 'an exceptional book' and a 'true classic of the sea', 'Sailing Alone' plunges readers into the extraordinary world of solo seafaring. This 'colourful and inventive' tome explores the paradoxical nature of solitary...- £12.99 GBP
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Slow Trains to Istanbul : ...And Back: A 4,570-Mile Adventure on 55 Rides
Embark on an extraordinary rail odyssey with Tom Chesshyre, the intrepid traveller who'll have you yearning to follow in his footsteps. As Christian Wolmar, author of 'British Rail: The Making and Breaking of Our Trains', aptly puts it, "Tom Chesshyre is the consummate traveller,...- £20.00 GBP
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The Ancient Paths : Discovering the Lost Map of Celtic Europe
Prepare to have your perception of European civilisation utterly transformed by Graham Robb's 'The Ancient Paths'. An accidental discovery led Robb down a rabbit hole of Celtic lore, delving into their deities, artistry, and most intriguingly, their sophisticated scientific knowledge. His meticulous research unearthed...- £12.99 GBP
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The Broken Road : From the Iron Gates to Mount Athos
The long-awaited final volume of the trilogy by Patrick Leigh Fermor. A Time of Gifts and Between the Woods and the Water were the first two volumes in a projected trilogy that would describe the walk that Patrick Leigh Fermor undertook at the age...- £12.99 GBP
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The Curtain and the Wall : A Modern Journey Along Europe's Cold War Border
Embark on an extraordinary expedition spanning 5,000 kilometres and eight decades, as Timothy Phillips unravels a fresh narrative about the Cold War's enduring legacy. Despite the Berlin Wall's collapse seemingly relegating East-West divisions to the annals of history, current tensions suggest the past still...- £10.99 GBP
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The Gathering Place : A Winter Pilgrimage Through Changing Times
Embark on a solitary odyssey with Mary Colwell as she traverses the Camino Francés, a 500-mile pilgrimage route steeped in history and wonder. In the winter of 2020, amidst global upheaval, this intrepid author and nature campaigner found herself virtually alone on a path...- £11.99 GBP
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The Gentle Art of Tramping
Discover a literary treasure that has stood the test of time. First published in 1926, 'The Gentle Art of Tramping' by Stephen Graham remains as pertinent today as it was nearly a century ago. This rediscovered classic offers a refreshing perspective for those weary...- £12.99 GBP
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The Moth and the Mountain : Shortlisted for the Costa Biography Award 2021
Lauded with the Telegraph Best Sports Writing Award 2021 and shortlisted for the Costa Biography Award 2021, Ed Caesar's 'The Moth and the Mountain' unearths a forgotten tale of audacious ambition. This gripping account has been hailed as a masterpiece of biographical writing, with...- £10.99 GBP
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The Path of Peace : Walking the Western Front Way
Embark on an extraordinary 35-day pilgrimage with Anthony Seldon, as he traverses 1,000 kilometres from the French-Swiss border to the English Channel. This remarkable journey, inspired by the forgotten vision of a young British soldier from the First World War, follows the historic Western...- £10.99 GBP
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The Places In Between : A vivid account of a death-defying walk across war-torn Afghanistan
Lauded with the RSL Ondaatje Prize and shortlisted for the Guardian First Book Award, this remarkable tome has been hailed as 'a flat-out masterpiece' by The New York Times Book Review. In the wake of the US invasion, Afghanistan found itself embroiled in a...- £12.99 GBP
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The Race Against Time : Adventures in Late-Life Running
Hailed as 'inspirational' by the Observer, this captivating exploration delves into the secrets of joyful, wholesome running that endures through the years, challenging our perceptions of ageing. The Race Against Time weaves together rigorous scientific research and heartening tales of resilience, featuring world-class athletes...- £12.99 GBP
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The Roads to Sata : A 2000-mile walk through Japan
Embark on an extraordinary journey through the heart of rural Japan with Alan Booth's captivating travel memoir, "The Roads to Sata." This mesmerizing tale unfolds as Booth sets out on a daring 2000-mile walk from the northernmost reaches of Hokkaido to the southern tip...- £10.99 GBP
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To Shake the Sleeping Self : A Quest for a Life with No Regret
Fearne Cotton hails it as 'liberating and life-affirming', whilst Cheryl Strayed deems it 'a thrilling, tender, utterly absorbing book' and 'an unforgettable debut'. To Shake the Sleeping Self is a captivating exploration of adventure, identity, and living life without regrets that will resonate deeply...- £10.99 GBP
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Tough Women Adventure Stories : Stories of Grit, Courage and Determination
What does it mean to be truly tough? Is it physical prowess and mental fortitude? Breaking new ground and shattering expectations? Defying sceptics and pushing boundaries? Embarking on solo journeys and immersing oneself in diverse cultures? Conquering ultramarathons in scorching heat or facing one's...- £10.99 GBP
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Wanderers : A History of Women Walking
Delve into the captivating world of female wanderers in this newly released B-format paperback. Over the course of three centuries, ten remarkable women discovered that walking was not merely a pastime, but an essential aspect of their identity and literary prowess. From the audacious...- £9.99 GBP
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