Our Island Stories : Ten Walks through Rural Britain and Its Hidden History of Empire by Corinne Fowler 9780141999838

Our Island Stories : Ten Walks through Rural Britain and Its Hidden History of Empire

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Our Island Stories: Ten Walks through Rural Britain and Its Hidden History of Empire by Corinne Fowler is an essential and captivating exploration of how the British countryside intertwines with the nation's colonial past.

This powerful narrative takes you on ten enriching walks through rural Britain, combining local and global histories that reveal the unseen connections between beloved landscapes and colonial exploitation. As you traverse the moors, lochs, and valleys, Fowler invites you to reflect on how empire has shaped these idyllic settings.

  • Engaging Historical Context: Fowler adeptly connects diverse locations, from the Cotswolds to Calcutta, showing how the legacy of empire influences rural lives today.
  • Balanced Perspective: This book offers a thoughtful examination, presenting both affection for the countryside and a critical look at its colonial ties.
  • Transformative Insights: Discover how profits from colonial activities contributed to land clearances and dispossession in rural areas.

With endorsements from prominent figures like Bernardine Evaristo, who calls it "an essential and fascinating book," and David Olusoga, who describes it as a "powerful book that brings the history of the Empire home," this work has garnered significant acclaim.

Our Island Stories is not just a journey through picturesque landscapes; it is an invitation to deepen your understanding of Britain's complex relationship with its history. Embark on this enlightening adventure and gain a new perspective on the countryside you thought you knew.

Product Information

ISBN: 9780141999838
Author: Corinne Fowler
Format: Paperback / softback
Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
Dimensions: 197 x 128 x 23 mm
Publication Date: 01 May, 2025
Pagination: 432 pages
Weight: 318g

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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.’

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