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Mountains Of The Mind: A History Of A Fascination by Robert Macfarlane is a literary masterpiece that invites readers to embark on a profound journey through the enthralling world of mountaineering.
This extraordinary book is not merely a narrative; it’s a deep exploration of our complex relationship with the towering peaks that dominate our landscapes. Celebrated by Jeremy Paxman as "the most exhilarating history of mountaineering," Macfarlane artfully navigates the evolution of humanity's perceptions of mountains, from ancient fears to Enlightenment-era quests for the sublime.
Delve into rich historical context and experience:
Winner of the prestigious Guardian First Book Award, Mountains Of The Mind is described by Roger Deakin as a work that "simply fizzes with insights into the sublime madness of mountaineering." Perfect for adventurers, history enthusiasts, and those enchanted by the beauty of nature, this book invites you to ascend alongside the author, experiencing both the exhilarating highs and haunting lows of the planet’s most majestic landscapes.
Explore Mountains Of The Mind: A History Of A Fascination and discover a narrative that transcends the ordinary, igniting your passion for exploration and adventure.
ISBN: | 9781783786794 |
Author: | Robert Macfarlane |
Format: | Paperback / softback |
Imprint: | Granta Books |
Publisher: | Granta Books |
Dimensions: | 128 x 198 x 24 mm |
Publication Date: | 04 May, 2023 |
Pagination: | 320 pages |
Weight: | 228g |
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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.’