Walking the Bones of Britain : A 3 Billion Year Journey from the Outer Hebrides to the Thames Estuary by Christopher Somerville 9781804991060

Walking the Bones of Britain : A 3 Billion Year Journey from the Outer Hebrides to the Thames Estuary

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Embark on a transformative journey with Walking the Bones of Britain: A 3 Billion Year Journey from the Outer Hebrides to the Thames Estuary by Christopher Somerville. This remarkable book invites readers to traverse the stunning geological landscape of Britain, blending insightful narratives with captivating humor.

In this engaging exploration, Somerville leads you through a thousand-mile trek, starting from the ancient, three-billion-year-old rocks of the Isle of Lewis to the evolving shores of Essex. With each step, he reveals the profound impact of geological formations on our history, culture, and daily lives.

Key features of this must-read include:

  • Rich Geological Insights: Discover how events from millennia ago shape modern Britain.
  • Vivid Local Color: Experience the diverse landscapes, from bogs and peaks to quarries.
  • Humorous Prose: Enjoy an engaging narrative filled with wit and charm, praised by critics.
  • Comprehensive Exploration: Understand the intricate connections between geology and society, from agriculture to architecture.

Critically acclaimed, with accolades from the Observer and Country Walking, Somerville's work is described as 'glorious' and 'utterly enticing.' As Nicholas Crane notes, 'Somerville is a walker's writer,' making this geological adventure accessible to all readers.

Join Somerville on this profound journey and gain a richer understanding of the ground beneath your feet. Walking the Bones of Britain is not just a book; it's an invitation to see the world in a new light.

Product Information

ISBN: 9781804991060
Author: Christopher Somerville
Format: Paperback / softback
Imprint: Penguin (Transworld)
Publisher: Transworld Publishers Ltd
Dimensions: 196 x 127 x 30 mm
Publication Date: 13 June, 2024
Pagination: 432 pages, walking maps, time line and photographs
Weight: 326g

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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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