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Embark on a captivating journey with Colin Heber-Percy's latest literary gem, LOST IN THE FOREST. This enchanting collection of musings has garnered praise from luminaries such as Simon Russell Beale, who lauds it as 'a delightful book from a gentle, generous spirit'. Salley Vickers hails it as 'philosophical speculation, country lore, rock music, spiritual exploration, erudite and beautifully written', declaring it 'the kind of shot in the arm the Church of England badly needs'.
Born from the extraordinary circumstances of Spring 2020, Heber-Percy's daily newsletters, initially intended for his parishioners, swiftly captivated readers far beyond his Wiltshire parish. This compelling volume weaves together a tapestry of reflections, drawing upon the author's vast knowledge of nature, philosophy, poetry, music, and religious texts, interspersed with charming anecdotes from his rural ministry.
As the seasons unfold, Heber-Percy deftly navigates from the seemingly trivial to profound existential queries. Can one discover heaven in a Londis shop? Why does the Bible differ from the Highway Code? What, indeed, is our purpose on this earthly plane? With gentle wisdom and wit, he offers sustenance for the soul, transcending boundaries of faith and creed.
TALES OF A COUNTRY PARISH: From the vicar of Savernake Forest is an invigorating and thought-provoking tome that promises to enlighten, entertain, and uplift readers from all walks of life.
Book ISBN: | 9781780725611 |
Book Author: | Colin Heber-Percy |
Book Format: | Paperback / softback |
Book Imprint: | Short Books Ltd |
Book Publisher: | Octopus Publishing Group |
Book Dimensions: | 129 x 198 x 23 cm |
Book Publication Date: | 2023-03-30 |
Book Pagination: | 288 pages |
Book Weight: | 208g |
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.’