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The Company of Owls by Polly Atkin invites readers on an enchanting journey through the tranquil Cumbrian village of Grasmere. This exquisite exploration captures the transition of tawny owls from playful fledglings to graceful adults, all while their haunting calls echo through the twilight sky.
In this lyrical masterpiece, Atkin delves deep into the essence of existence, using the lives of these majestic creatures to reflect our own needs and relationships. From the celebrated author of Some of Us Just Fall, which was longlisted for the Wainwright Prize for Nature Writing, comes a work that intertwines nature with human emotion.
Key features of The Company of Owls include:
This beautifully written book transcends mere wildlife exploration; it serves as a profound meditation on the intricate dynamics of our relationships. Atkin’s heartfelt prose encourages readers to pause, listen, and find joy in the unexpected connections that surround us.
Embark on this mesmerizing journey with The Company of Owls and enhance your appreciation for both nature and the intricate web of life that weaves through our existence.
ISBN: | 9781783968145 |
Author: | Polly Atkin |
Format: | Hardback |
Imprint: | Elliott & Thompson Limited |
Publisher: | Elliott & Thompson Limited |
Dimensions: | 223 x 144 x 21 mm |
Publication Date: | 11 July, 2024 |
Pagination: | 224 pages |
Weight: | 338g |
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.’