I Am An Island : The Sunday Times bestselling memoir of one woman’s search for belonging by Tamsin Calidas 9781784164782

I Am An Island : The Sunday Times bestselling memoir of one woman’s search for belonging

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I Am An Island: The Sunday Times bestselling memoir of one woman’s search for belonging, authored by Tamsin Calidas, is a captivating journey that delves into the complexities of life, love, and the human spirit. This acclaimed memoir, recognized as the 'Memoir of the Year' by Vogue, invites readers on an unforgettable exploration of resilience against the backdrop of Scotland's breathtaking Hebridean islands.

In this enlightening narrative, Calidas recounts her bold transition from a thriving career in London to the serene yet challenging environment of island life. Together with her husband, they embark on a transformative 500-mile journey, fueled by dreams of simplicity and connection with nature. However, their idealistic venture unveils a series of harsh realities, including:

  • The haunting longing for children that remains unfulfilled
  • A marriage strained under the weight of adversity
  • Isolation during periods of injury and financial distress

Despite these struggles, Calidas discovers a profound solace in the rugged landscapes surrounding her, marking the beginning of a transformative self-discovery journey. This memoir resonates with themes of:

  • Friendship and the importance of human connection
  • Solitude and its role in personal growth
  • Regeneration, showcasing the healing power of nature

With its clear-eyed and poetic prose, I Am An Island is more than just a memoir; it embodies the strength within us all to overcome and find belonging. Join Tamsin Calidas on this poignant quest and uncover the remarkable resilience of the human spirit.

Product Information

ISBN: 9781784164782
Author: Tamsin Calidas
Format: Paperback / softback
Imprint: Black Swan
Publisher: Transworld Publishers Ltd
Dimensions: 127 x 198 x 27 mm
Publication Date: 08 April, 2021
Pagination: 320 pages
Weight: 220g

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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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