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Copsford is an extraordinary literary work by Walter Murray that invites readers to step into the rugged beauty of the English countryside and experience life in its most essential form. Originally published in the late 1940s, this gripping memoir chronicles Murray's transformative journey as he escapes the bustling city life to inhabit a derelict cottage in Sussex during the 1920s.
With no modern conveniences at his disposal, Murray confronts the challenges of solitude and survival, while forging a deep connection with the natural world. Copsford is not merely a memoir; it resonates with profound themes of resilience and personal discovery. His passion for herbalism shines through as he skillfully collects, dries, and sells local plants such as agrimony, meadow-sweet, and yarrow, highlighting the beauty of self-sufficiency.
The narrative is enriched by Murray's companionship with a dog and his encounters with local wildlife, portraying the intricate balance of beauty and hardship that defines rural life. His intense connection to his surroundings evokes a sense of place comparable to Thoreau's Walden, making it a compelling read.
With its timeless relevance and poignant reflections on solitude and nature, Copsford is a must-read for anyone seeking inspiration from the simplicity of life and the beauty found within it.
ISBN: | 9781908213709 |
Author: | Walter J.C. Murray |
Format: | Paperback / softback |
Imprint: | Little Toller Books |
Publisher: | Little Toller Books |
Dimensions: | 211 x 162 x 11 mm |
Publication Date: | 04 April, 2019 |
Pagination: | 168 pages, Illustrations, unspecified |
Weight: | 292g |
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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.’