A Tomb With a View - The Stories & Glories of Graveyards : Scottish Non-fiction Book of the Year 2021-9781472267788

A Tomb With a View – The Stories & Glories of Graveyards : Scottish Non-fiction Book of the Year 2021

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A Tomb With a View - The Stories & Glories of Graveyards, awarded the Scottish Non-Fiction Book of the Year 2021, is a remarkable work by acclaimed author Peter Ross that invites you on an extraordinary journey through the world’s cemeteries.

This captivating book explores the poignant beauty found in final resting places—from the hallowed fields of Flanders to the intriguing ossuaries scattered throughout Europe. Ross’s eloquent prose, recognized by notable publications like the Financial Times and Stylist, offers a profound perspective on mortality, transforming the often somber subject into a celebration of life.

Readers will be enchanted by the rich tapestry of stories woven throughout the text, including:

  • The touching connection between David Bowie and London's forgotten dead.
  • The incredible life of Phoebe Hessel, who defied gender norms to join the fight for love.
  • A Bristol cemetery’s unexpected rise as a popular goth wedding venue.

Crowned by literary figures such as Hilary Mantel, Andrew O'Hagan, and Ian Rankin, A Tomb With a View stands shoulder to shoulder with the works of Kathleen Jamie and Robert Macfarlane, making it a must-read for anyone intrigued by the intersection of landscape and memory.

In a year overshadowed by loss, Ross’s insightful examination provides solace and optimism, encouraging readers to open the rusted gate, brush aside the ivy, and discover the enchanting stories that lie behind crooked headstones. Embrace the beauty of mortality and embark on this unforgettable literary adventure.

Product Information

ISBN: 9781472267788
Author: Peter Ross
Format: Paperback / softback
Imprint: Headline Book Publishing
Publisher: Headline Publishing Group
Dimensions: 134 x 196 x 27 mm
Publication Date: 08 May, 2021
Pagination: 368 pages
Weight: 280g

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Sherlock & Pages is a little bookshop with a big heart. We are based in Frome, Somerset, England and curate lists of books in the areas we are passionate about – landscape, nature, history, and heritage. In short, the conservation of all we’ve inherited and all we are responsible to pass on. We aim to inspire and be inspired, to form a literary culture of care and passion about this precious planet we call home.

This is a shop where you might find something you haven’t seen before, and we like to think we’ve got something for everyone. We choose each of our books with care and for a reason. This is because our physical store is small but beautifully formed, holding only around 1200 titles at any one time. We try and recreate the feel of the shop wherever we are online, to reflect our niche categories and personality.

We have an active social media presence and aim to share our story with all our friends. The long-term goal is to build a hub for the books and writers we believe in. Who knows where our adventure will lead but by supporting Sherlock & Pages you’re helping us to add a further layer of magic to our little corner of the world. If you haven’t visited our physical store, one day you might just make a literary pilgrimage down to Somerset.

Our tagline is ‘Long Live the Hedgerows’ and our symbol a hibernating dormouse. If you want to support an independent with a unique character and which will share stories with you for years to come, then choose Sherlock & Pages. The world needs bookshops with soul, for they are ‘citadels of light.’

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