The Hard Way : Discovering the Women Who Walked Before Us by Susannah Walker 9781800183452

The Hard Way : Discovering the Women Who Walked Before Us

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The Hard Way: Discovering the Women Who Walked Before Us by Susannah Walker is a revolutionary exploration that invites women to reclaim the countryside as their own.

This compelling narrative serves as a call to action for women yearning to explore rural landscapes alone and safely. Walker embarks on a 135-mile journey along England's ancient paths, including the Ridgeway and the Harrow Way, challenging the historical norms that have long restricted women's freedom in the outdoors.

Throughout her adventure, Walker encounters not just the beauty of the landscape but also its complex history, shaped by male dominance. With each step, she uncovers the stories of:

  • Edwardian suffragettes who fought for women's rights
  • Defiant widows who challenged societal expectations
  • Overlooked writers and artists whose contributions have been largely forgotten
  • Countless unnamed women who remained at home, their struggles and triumphs unnoticed

In a world where solo exploration is still often viewed through a gendered lens, The Hard Way stands as a powerful testament to the progress women have made—and the journey that still lies ahead. As Walker grapples with challenges like concerned police officers and her own fears, she finds strength in the voices of those who walked before her.

With endorsements from notable authors like Dr. Sharon Blackie and Guy Shrubsole, this book is not just a captivating personal odyssey; it is also an intellectually stimulating and layered narrative that resonates deeply with contemporary readers.

Product Information

ISBN: 9781800183452
Author: Susannah Walker
Format: Hardback
Imprint: Unbound
Publisher: Unbound
Dimensions: 225 x 150 x 25 mm
Publication Date: 06 June, 2024
Pagination: 304 pages
Weight: 410g

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.’

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