Pilgrimage and Wild Journey Books
Books about Pilgrimage and long distance walking have been part of the Sherlock & Pages story from the beginning. Indeed, the shop was conceived whilst Luke & Agathe walked the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage route across the north of Spain and they literally stumbled across Frome one fine evening whilst walking the Glastonbury Water Way. For years Luke has documented his own walks across remote sections of the English countryside, traversing from church to church and posting updates under the instagram handle @englishpilgrim. As such, featuring books by the likes of Guy Stagg and Raynor Winn feels an important nod to the heritage of Sherlock & Pages. We hope some of you will make a pilgrimage to the shop before long and even walk on to find the magic tree we so adore just to the north of Frome - a painting of which sits on the walls of the shop.
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Wild Atlantic Women : Walking Ireland's West Coast
Embarking on a transformative journey, Gráinne Lyons decided to traverse Ireland's western shoreline on foot. Her mission was twofold: to tread the paths of eleven trailblazing Irish women intrinsically linked to this coastal terrain, delving into their lives and accomplishments, whilst simultaneously exploring her...- £10.99 GBP
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The Old Ways : A Journey on Foot
A Sunday Times bestseller and Samuel Johnson Prize nominee, 'The Old Ways: A Journey on Foot' is a masterful exploration of Britain's ancient pathways by the acclaimed author of 'Underland', 'Landmarks', and 'The Lost Words'. Robert Macfarlane, renowned for his eloquent observations of nature,...- £12.99 GBP
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The Salt Path
Discover the transformative power of nature in this captivating true story of resilience and renewal, hailed as one of the decade's most impactful reads. From the pen of million-copy bestselling author Raynor Winn comes a tale that has captured hearts and minds across the...- £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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On This Holy Island : A Modern Pilgrimage Across Britain -- A FINANCIAL TIMES BEST SUMMER TRAVEL BOOK OF 2024
Oliver Smith, the esteemed travel writer, embarks on a captivating journey to redefine the concept of pilgrimage in Britain. In this masterful exploration, Smith traverses sacred landscapes, delving into ritualistic travels from the Ice Age to contemporary spiritual quests. With a keen eye for...- £20.00 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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Landlines : The No 1 Sunday Times bestseller about a thousand-mile journey across Britain from the author of The Salt Path
Embark on an extraordinary odyssey with Raynor and Moth as they traverse a staggering 1000 miles from Scotland to the South West Coast Path. This captivating narrative, penned by the acclaimed author of The Salt Path and The Wild Silence, offers a poignant exploration...- £10.99 GBP
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Finding Hildasay : How one man walked the UK's coastline and found hope and happiness
Embark on an extraordinary journey with Christian Lewis, as chronicled in his Sunday Times Bestseller and featured on Ben Fogle's New Lives in the Wild. This gripping tale follows Christian and his faithful companion, Jet, as they traverse the entire UK coastline, piecing together...- £10.99 GBP
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The Hidden Ways : Scotland's Forgotten Roads
In 'The Hidden Ways', Alistair Moffat embarks on a captivating journey along Scotland's forgotten pathways. With the keen eye of a detective and the passion of a storyteller, Moffat unravels the mysteries of ancient Roman roads, pilgrim routes, and long-abandoned byways that have shaped...- £10.99 GBP
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The Wild Places
In this captivating exploration of Britain and Ireland's untamed landscapes, Robert Macfarlane embarks on a quest to uncover the last bastions of true wilderness. From dense forests to windswept moors, rugged mountains to salt-kissed marshes, the acclaimed author of 'Underland' and 'The Lost Words'...- £10.99 GBP
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The Wild Silence : The Sunday Times Bestseller from the Million-Copy Bestselling Author of The Salt Path
From the author of the phenomenal 80-week Sunday Times bestseller 'The Salt Path' comes another extraordinary tale that has captivated readers and critics alike. Raynor Winn's 'The Wild Silence' has swiftly ascended to the pinnacle of the Sunday Times bestseller list, cementing her status...- £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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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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A Philosophy of Walking
Embark on a journey through the art of bipedal locomotion with Frédéric Gros's captivating exploration, 'A Philosophy of Walking'. This bestselling French tome delves into the myriad ways we traverse from point to point, from pilgrimages to protest marches, revealing the profound insights each...- £9.99 GBP
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Britain's Pilgrim Places : The first complete guide to every spiritual treasure
Britain's Pilgrim Places captures the spirit of 2,000 years of history, heritage and wonder. It is the complete guide to every spiritual treasure, including 500 enchanting holy places throughout England, Wales and Scotland and covers all major pilgrimage routes. Produced in collaboration with The...- £19.99 GBP
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Walking The Invisible
Embark on a captivating journey through the eyes of the Brontës, immersing yourself in their world as you tread the very paths that inspired their literary masterpieces. This 'imaginative and elegant trek through the landscape of the Brontës', as hailed by Grazia, offers a...- £9.99 GBP
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Sarn Helen : A Journey Through Wales, Past, Present and Future
WALES BOOK OF THE YEAR 2024WATERSTONES WELSH BOOK OF THE YEAR 2023LONGLISTED FOR THE WAINWRIGHT PRIZE 2023From the author of Addlands, and featuring illustrations by Jackie Morris, an immersive and evocative non-fictional journey through Wales and a revelatory meditation on the nation's past, present...- £10.99 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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The Frayed Atlantic Edge : A Historian's Journey from Shetland to the Channel
COLLECTIVE WINNER OF THE HIGHLAND BOOK PRIZE AND SHORTLISTED FOR THE WAINWRIGHT PRIZE `This is the book that has been wanting to be written for decades: the ragged fringe of Britain as a laboratory for the human spirit' Adam Nicolson Over the course of...- £10.99 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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The Half Bird
Embark on an extraordinary odyssey with Susan Smillie's 'The Half Bird', a captivating memoir that charts one woman's solo voyage from Land's End to the Grecian shores. This remarkable tale, lauded by the Financial Times and Good Housekeeping, unveils the unexpected treasures of solitude,...- £16.99 GBP
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Bothy : In Search of Simple Shelter
SHORTLISTED FOR THE WAINWRIGHT PRIZE Venture into the heart of Britain's wild places with Kat Hill's 'Bothy: In Search of Simple Shelter'. These remote mountain huts, always unlocked and devoid of modern conveniences, beckon to those seeking solace in nature's embrace. With the keen...- £16.99 GBP
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The Granite Kingdom : A Cornish Journey
Embark on a captivating odyssey through Cornwall with Tim Hannigan's "The Granite Kingdom", shortlisted for the prestigious Edward Stanford Travel Book of the Year Award 2024. In this meticulously crafted narrative, Hannigan traverses his native land on foot, from the verdant Tamar Valley to...- £10.99 GBP
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Wayfarer : Love, Loss and Life on Britain's Ancient Paths
A Financial Times best summer travel book of 2024 'A powerfully delicate book of love, loss and discovery, along paths of emotional understanding and physical wonder.' Raynor Winn, author of The Salt Path On an assignment to walk the most famous pilgrimage in the...- £16.99 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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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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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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The Lost Paths : A History of How We Walk From Here To There
***LONGLISTED FOR NATURE WRITING, THE WAINWRIGHT PRIZE 2024*** Embark on a captivating journey through Britain's ancient network of pathways with this meticulously researched tome. Once read, even the most mundane stroll will be transformed into a fascinating expedition. The Times hails it as "A...- £20.00 GBP
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Wounded Tigris : A River Journey through the Cradle of Civilisation
Embark on a captivating odyssey along the fabled Tigris River, the cradle of ancient civilizations. In "Wounded Tigris," Leon McCarron takes you on an unforgettable journey, navigating the winding waters that once nurtured the dawn of human culture. Through vivid storytelling and meticulous research,...- £12.99 GBP
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Walking Home
In the summer of 2010, renowned poet Simon Armitage set out on an extraordinary journey - walking the length of the Pennine Way, a 268-mile trail that traverses Britain's remote and rugged landscapes. "Walking Home" is a captivating memoir that chronicles Armitage's poetic pilgrimage,...- £10.99 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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Walking in the Woods : Go back to nature with the Japanese way of shinrin-yoku
Escape the stresses of modern life and reconnect with the tranquil embrace of nature through the ancient Japanese practice of shinrin-yoku, or "forest bathing." In Walking in the Woods, author Yoshifumi Miyazaki invites you on a rejuvenating journey into the heart of the world's...- £10.99 GBP
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Wild : A Journey from Lost to Found
At the tender age of twenty-six, Cheryl Strayed found herself at rock bottom. The swift demise of her mother to cancer had shattered her family and marriage, leaving her utterly bereft. With her world in tatters, she embarked on an audacious quest: to traverse...- £9.99 GBP
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What I Talk About When I Talk About Running
Haruki Murakami, the internationally acclaimed author, presents a captivating exploration of running and its profound impact on his life and literary career. This compelling memoir, equal parts travelogue, training diary, and personal reflection, offers readers a rare glimpse into the private world of this...- £9.99 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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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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All the Wide Border : Wales, England and the Places Between
Embark on a captivating journey along Britain's most profound faultline in this Waterstones Travel Book of the Year 2023. Mike Parker's 'All the Wide Border: Wales, England and the Places Between' offers a witty, heartfelt exploration of identity and belonging, tracing the scenic route...- £10.99 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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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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The Hard Way : Discovering the Women Who Walked Before Us
'A compelling call to action for women yearning to explore the countryside alone – and in safety' Dr. Sharon Blackie, author of If Women Rose Rooted Why should it be considered revolutionary for women to ramble solo through rural landscapes, when men have done...- £16.99 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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Between Britain : Walking the History of England and Scotland
Embark on a captivating journey along the storied border between Scotland and England, a land steeped in centuries of conflict, cooperation, and cultural exchange. This 100-mile stretch of terrain, rich with tales of battles, treaties, and fortifications, serves as a fascinating lens through which...- £20.00 GBP
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Wilder Journeys : True Stories of Nature, Adventure and Connection
Embark on a captivating odyssey through the untamed wilderness with this extraordinary collection of genuine tales from a diverse ensemble of globetrotting nature enthusiasts, wanderers, and thrill-seekers. Within these pages, you'll be privy to the profound insights they gleaned during their wild expeditions. Traverse...- £14.99 GBP
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Coasting : Running Around the Coast of Britain - Life, Love and (Very) Loose Plans
Shortlisted for the William Hill Sports Book of the Year Award 2021, "Coasting" chronicles an extraordinary adventure born from ordinary despair. Fresh out of university, Elise found herself drowning in the mundane trappings of adult life. Her solution? A preposterous 5,000-mile jaunt around Britain's...- £9.99 GBP
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Walking the Bones of Britain : A 3 Billion Year Journey from the Outer Hebrides to the Thames Estuary
Christopher Somerville's captivating blend of wit and wonder propels readers on a geological odyssey from the ancient Isle of Lewis to the southern reaches of England. His narrative weaves together the tapestry of Britain's rich geological past with vivid local colour and natural history,...- £10.99 GBP
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