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In this poignant tale, young priest Mark Brian is dispatched to Kingcome, a remote Indigenous village in British Columbia. There, he encounters a world steeped in ancient traditions, where salmon runs and towering totems stand as testaments to a rich cultural heritage. Yet, beneath the surface of this awe-inspiring landscape, a battle rages between the old ways and encroaching modernity, manifested in the form of prefabricated houses and the scourge of alcoholism.
As Mark grapples with his own mortality, he immerses himself in the rhythms of tribal life, partaking in hunting expeditions, fishing ventures, joyous festivals, and solemn funerals. Through these shared experiences, he seeks to glean the wisdom necessary to confront his impending fate.
Margaret Craven's 'I Heard the Owl Call My Name' is a masterful exploration of cultural collision and the transformative power of love. With the gravitas of a timeless legend, this modern classic weaves a tapestry of wisdom and tragedy, inviting readers on a profound journey of self-discovery and enlightenment.
Book ISBN: | 9781447289579 |
Book Author: | Margaret Craven |
Book Format: | Paperback / softback |
Book Imprint: | Picador |
Book Publisher: | Pan Macmillan |
Book Dimensions: | 132 x 197 x 12 cm |
Book Publication Date: | 2018-07-12 |
Book Pagination: | 144 pages |
Book Weight: | 128g |
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.’
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.’