Salt On Your Tongue : Women and the Sea-9781786891211

Salt On Your Tongue : Women and the Sea

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Charlotte Runcie's 'Salt On Your Tongue' is a captivating exploration of the ocean's...
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Charlotte Runcie's 'Salt On Your Tongue' is a captivating exploration of the ocean's profound impact on humanity, with a particular focus on its relationship with women throughout history. This eloquent narrative delves into the sea's ability to inspire, captivate, and instil fear, whilst chronicling Runcie's own journey of falling in love with the vast blue expanse.

This literary voyage takes readers on a stroll along the shoreline, accompanied by the likes of Turner, Shakespeare, Romantic poets, and sea shanty performers. It pays homage to our oceans, celebrating the courageous sailors who brave treacherous waters, honouring the women who have lost loved ones to the waves, and marvelling at the diverse creatures inhabiting the depths. The book also explores the world of beachcombers, swimmers, seabirds, and even mythical mermaids.

Weaving together ancient Greek mythology, poetry, tales of shipwrecks, and Scottish folklore, 'Salt On Your Tongue' demonstrates how the untamed, tempestuous seas can illuminate the essence of the human experience. Runcie's mesmerising prose serves as a beacon, guiding readers through the complex and often tumultuous relationship between women and the sea.

Product Information:

Book ISBN: 9781786891211
Book Author: Charlotte Runcie
Book Format: Paperback / softback
Book Imprint: Canongate Books
Book Publisher: Canongate Books
Book Dimensions: 129 x 197 x 25 cm
Book Publication Date: 2020-01-30
Book Pagination: 384 pages
Book Weight: 272g

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