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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:
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:
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.
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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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.’