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Laura Pashby's 'Chasing Fog' is a mesmerising exploration of nature's most enigmatic phenomenon. As Nell Frizzell aptly notes, it's 'a treat for those whose hearts quicken at the sight of twilight and misty landscapes'.
Pashby's fascination with fog began serendipitously, when a chance encounter with mist-shrouded trees sparked an obsession. This ethereal state, both transformative and increasingly rare, became the focus of her quest. She pursues fog with the tenacity of a detective, immersing herself in its embrace through walks and swims, whilst unravelling its pivotal role in literature, mythology, and history.
With the precision of a scientist and the passion of a poet, Pashby investigates fog's alarming decline - a 50% reduction in 'fog events' over five decades - and its potential ecological ramifications. Her journey takes her to the foggiest corners of the globe, from the treacherous mists of Dartmoor to the haunting haar of Scotland and the mystical vapours of Venice.
As she delves into the legends surrounding the River Severn's fog and the shipwrecks it conceals, Pashby invites readers to lose themselves in this liminal realm. 'Chasing Fog' is not merely a meteorological study, but a captivating meditation on nature's power to transform, and a poignant reminder of the hidden wonders that surround us - and reside within us.
Book ISBN: | 9781398526990 |
Book Author: | Laura Pashby |
Book Format: | Hardback |
Book Imprint: | Simon & Schuster Ltd |
Book Publisher: | Simon & Schuster Ltd |
Book Dimensions: | 224 x 142 x 28 cm |
Book Publication Date: | 2024-08-29 |
Book Pagination: | 256 pages, B-w photos as chapter openers, c. 10. Poss 1 x 8pp plate section |
Book Weight: | 366g |
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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.’
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.’