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Acclaimed author Robert Macfarlane presents a captivating and thought-provoking new work that boldly affirms the titular query. At its core lies a revolutionary concept: rivers are not mere resources for human exploitation, but living entities deserving recognition in both our collective imagination and legal frameworks.
Is A River Alive? embarks on a thrilling journey through time and space, exploring the past, present, and potential futures of this ancient and pressing idea. The narrative meanders first to the cloud-forests of northern Ecuador, where precious waterways face the looming threat of gold mining. It then courses through southern India, chronicling the valiant efforts to preserve the region's imperilled rivers, creeks, and lagoons. The expedition concludes in north-eastern Quebec, where a campaign to safeguard the majestic Mutehekau (or Magpie) River from the perils of damming unfolds.
This work, Macfarlane's most intimate yet politically charged to date, promises to stir hearts, ignite discourse, and lead readers to a profound realisation: our destiny has always been, and will always be, inextricably linked to the fate of rivers.
Book ISBN: | 9780241624814 |
Book Author: | Robert Macfarlane |
Book Format: | Hardback |
Book Imprint: | Hamish Hamilton Ltd |
Book Publisher: | Penguin Books Ltd |
Book Publication Date: | 2025-05-01 |
Book Pagination: | 384 pages |
Book Weight: | 0g |
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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.’