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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 now available for pre-order, weaves an enchanting narrative that has been hailed as spellbinding by the Guardian.
Over the course of multiple seasons, Kassabova immerses herself in the lives of the valley's inhabitants, unearthing their extraordinary wisdom. She delves into their rare understanding of mountain flora and age-old herbal practices, as well as their remarkable ability to transmute collective hardship into restorative power. At its core, Elixir serves as a compelling and optimistic appeal to reconsider our way of life, particularly in relation to our fellow humans and the natural world.
This masterpiece, shortlisted for the Highland Book Prize 2023, has garnered high praise from literary critics. The Financial Times lauds it as 'dark and mysterious and beautiful', while the Spectator's Mark Cocker describes it as 'uplifting and beautifully written'. Country Life simply deems it 'extraordinary'.
Book ISBN: | 9781529920475 |
Book Author: | Kapka Kassabova |
Book Format: | Paperback / softback |
Book Imprint: | Vintage |
Book Publisher: | Vintage Publishing |
Book Dimensions: | 128 x 198 x 31 cm |
Book Publication Date: | 2024-08-02 |
Book Pagination: | 400 pages |
Book Weight: | 282g |
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