Late Light : WINNER OF THE 2024 WAINWRIGHT PRIZE FOR NATURE WRITING by Michael Malay 9781786581440

Late Light : WINNER OF THE 2024 WAINWRIGHT PRIZE FOR NATURE WRITING

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Discover the profound beauty of nature through Late Light: WINNER OF THE 2024 WAINWRIGHT PRIZE FOR NATURE WRITING by Michael Malay. This exceptional narrative intertwines personal reflection with the fragile threads of the natural world, creating an inspiring tapestry that resonates deeply with readers.

Accolades such as the esteemed 2024 Wainwright Prize and the 2023 Richard Jefferies Award for Nature Writing testify to the impact of Malay's work. The Irish Times describes it as "a bright, fierce hope for the future," while judges have heralded it as "inspirational." This book is not merely a collection of essays; it’s an exploration of our intrinsic bond with the vanishing wonders of nature.

Malay, an Indonesian Australian residing in England, brilliantly melds natural history with memoir, focusing on often-overlooked creatures like eels, moths, crickets, and mussels. His detailed observations reveal the intricate relationship between economic, political, and cultural forces that shape Britain’s landscape.

Key themes include:

  • Migration: Parallels drawn between personal journeys and the migration of the animals he studies.
  • Belonging: An exploration of our deep connection to the natural world.
  • Extinction: A heartfelt call to action, emphasizing the urgency of preserving our natural heritage.

For fans of Robert Macfarlane, Raynor Winn, and Helen Macdonald, Late Light offers a unique voice in nature writing. With prose that evokes the wonder these creatures inspired in our ancestors and the potential joy they hold for future generations, this masterful narrative promises to leave readers "aching with world-love," as noted by Abi Andrews.

Product Information

ISBN: 9781786581440
Author: Michael Malay
Format: Paperback / softback
Imprint: Manilla Press
Publisher: Bonnier Books Ltd
Dimensions: 196 x 128 x 18 mm
Publication Date: 06 June, 2024
Pagination: 272 pages
Weight: 194g

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.’

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