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In this captivating tale from the bestselling author of 'The Shepherd's Life', James Rebanks embarks on a transformative journey to a remote Norwegian island. Years after a chance encounter with a solitary woman tending to wild Eider ducks, Rebanks returns to witness her final season and uncover the secrets of an ancient trade.
As he immerses himself in the harsh yet beautiful Arctic landscape, Rebanks discovers a world both alien and strangely familiar. From the bitter isolation of winter to the endless summer light, he chronicles the rhythms of island life and the painstaking work of gathering eiderdown—a precious commodity that once brought great wealth.
What begins as an escape from the mundane evolves into a profound exploration of self-discovery and forgiveness. Through his vivid, meticulous observations, Rebanks paints a portrait of a vanishing way of life and the remarkable woman who preserves it.
'The Place of Tides' is a masterful blend of nature writing and personal reflection, offering readers an unforgettable glimpse into a world on the edge of the Arctic and the depths of the human spirit. Rebanks' exquisite prose and keen eye for detail bring this extraordinary landscape and its solitary guardian to life, inviting us to contemplate our own place in the world and the unexpected paths to redemption.
Book ISBN: | 9780241426937 |
Book Author: | James Rebanks |
Book Format: | Hardback |
Book Imprint: | Allen Lane |
Book Publisher: | Penguin Books Ltd |
Book Publication Date: | 2024-10-17 |
Book Pagination: | 304 pages |
Book Weight: | 0g |
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.’