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The Western Wind by acclaimed author Sam Harvey, the 2024 Booker Prize winner for 'Orbital,' invites you into the captivating world of 15th-century Oakham, a quaint Somerset village separated from the outside world by a formidable, bridge-less river. This gripping tale, shortlisted for the prestigious Walter Scott Prize in 2019, revolves around the mysterious death of Thomas Newman—a beloved and industrious figure in the community.
As the village's wealthiest citizen meets an untimely end on Shrove Saturday, the question emerges: was it an accident, suicide, or something more sinister? In his role as confessor and keeper of secrets, John Reve, the village cleric, must navigate a labyrinth of whispers and hidden truths.
With each revelation, Harvey skillfully unravels the intricate web of village life, immersing readers in a richly detailed medieval setting where faith and duty collide. Key features of The Western Wind include:
With an undeniable depth and a compelling storyline, The Western Wind is a must-read for lovers of historical fiction and mystery alike. Prepare to be transported to a time where every decision holds weight and the truth is often cloaked in shadows.
ISBN: | 9781784708030 |
Author: | Samantha Harvey |
Format: | Paperback / softback |
Imprint: | Vintage |
Publisher: | Vintage Publishing |
Dimensions: | 197 x 131 x 19 mm |
Publication Date: | 28 February, 2019 |
Pagination: | 304 pages |
Weight: | 214g |
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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.’