Waterlog by Roger Deakin 9212934422826

Waterlog

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Waterlog is a captivating celebration of Britain's wild aquatic landscapes and the enchantment...
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Waterlog is a captivating celebration of Britain's wild aquatic landscapes and the enchantment of swimming. In 1996, Roger Deakin embarked on an extraordinary aquatic odyssey across the British Isles, immersing himself in a diverse array of water bodies—from seas and rivers to tarns, lochs, and even aqueducts. This witty and insightful tome chronicles his remarkable journey, igniting a passion for wild swimming amongst its readers.

Deakin's aquatic adventures were not without incident. He found himself questioned by water bailiffs in Winchester, intercepted by coastguards in the Fowey estuary, and even mistaken for a person intent on self-harm at Camber sands. His encounter with the formidable Corryvreckan whirlpool in the Hebrides further underscored the divide between the intrepid swimmer and his terrestrial counterparts.

At its core, Waterlog is a deeply personal narrative that boldly asserts the rights of swimmers to explore Britain's waterways freely. It stands as an unforgettable homage to the transformative power of water, offering readers a refreshing plunge into the heart of wild Britain.

Olivia Laing's introduction perfectly captures the essence of this remarkable work, describing it as "A delicious, cleansing, funny, wise and joyful book, so wonderfully full of energy and life". The Daily Telegraph concurs, hailing Deakin as "the perfect companion for an invigorating armchair swim".

Product Information:

Book ISBN: 9781784700065
Book Author: Roger Deakin
Book Format: Paperback / softback
Book Imprint: Vintage
Book Publisher: Vintage Publishing
Book Dimensions: 190 x 120 x 24 cm
Book Publication Date: 2014-07-08
Book Pagination: 368 pages
Book Weight: 256g

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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.

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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.’

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