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From the acclaimed author of Storyland comes a captivating journey through the untamed landscapes of early medieval Britain. Amy Jeffs' 'Wild' invites readers to traverse treacherous cliffs, stormy seas, and dense forests, immersing them in a world both alien and strangely familiar.
Divided into seven chapters - Earth, Ocean, Forest, Beast, Fen, Catastrophe, and Paradise - this remarkable work blends vivid fiction with thoughtful reflection. Jeffs masterfully intertwines her own travels through Britain's wildest terrains with retellings of medieval texts, offering a fresh perspective on the natural world as seen through ancient eyes.
Drawing from Old English elegies and Celtic tales, 'Wild' gives voice to often overlooked figures in medieval literature: women, outcasts, and animals. The author's evocative prose, complemented by original wood engravings, brings to life a realm of whales, wolves, and wilderness.
This extraordinary exploration of early medieval Britain promises to leave readers experiencing 'westendream' - a profound delight in the untamed world. 'Wild: Tales from Early Medieval Britain' is an invitation to lose oneself in the raw beauty of a long-forgotten landscape.
Book ISBN: | 9781529424263 |
Book Author: | Amy Jeffs |
Book Format: | Paperback / softback |
Book Imprint: | riverrun |
Book Publisher: | Quercus Publishing |
Book Dimensions: | 129 x 197 x 23 cm |
Book Publication Date: | 2023-04-27 |
Book Pagination: | 240 pages |
Book Weight: | 262g |
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