Sea Room-9780006532019

Sea Room

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Imagine being gifted your very own remote islands. For Adam Nicolson, this extraordinary...
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Imagine being gifted your very own remote islands. For Adam Nicolson, this extraordinary scenario became reality three decades ago. At the tender age of 21, he found himself the custodian of the Shiants, a trio of secluded Hebridean isles nestled in treacherous waters off the Isle of Lewis.

With naught but a rudimentary stone bothy for shelter and a vast colony of puffins for neighbours, Nicolson embarked on a remarkable stewardship of one of Earth's most breathtaking locales. In 'Sea Room', he masterfully intertwines the rich tapestry of the Shiants' history—replete with tales of avian life, maritime adventures, solitary souls, and local fishermen—with his own captivating account of isolation on these windswept shores.

Through his eloquent prose, Nicolson crafts a compelling narrative that delves into the islands' mystical past, touches upon tales of sorcery and calamity, and ultimately presents a poignant homage to the singular allure of island existence. This gripping chronicle offers readers a window into a world both wild and wonderful, where the boundaries between man and nature blur amidst the ceaseless rhythm of the sea.

Product Information:

Book ISBN: 9780006532019
Book Author: Adam Nicolson
Book Format: Paperback / softback
Book Imprint: HarperCollins
Book Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
Book Dimensions: 198 x 129 x 26 cm
Book Publication Date: 2002-06-17
Book Pagination: 256 pages
Book Weight: 272g

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