The author of the beloved bestsellers The Salt Path and The Wild Silence documents her and her husband Moth's most ambitious journey yet, as they walk from the north-west corner of Scotland down the south-west coast path, reflecting on community and the environment along the way.
Some people live to walk. Raynor and Moth walk to live . . .
Raynor Winn knows that her husband Moth's health is declining, getting worse by the day. She knows of only one cure. It worked once before. But will he - can he? - set out with her on another healing walk?
The Cape Wrath Trail is over two hundred miles of gruelling terrain through Scotland's remotest mountains and lochs. But the lure of the wilderness and the beguiling beauty of the awaiting glens draw them northwards. Being one with nature saved them in their darkest hour and their hope is that it can work its magic again.
They embark on an incredible thousand-mile journey from Scotland back to the familiar shores of the South West Coast Path. From Northumberland to the Yorkshire moors, Wales to the South West, Raynor and Moth map with each step the landscape of an island nation facing an uncertain path ahead.
In Landlines, she records in luminous prose the strangers and friends, wilderness and wildlife they encounter on the way - it's a journey that begins in fear but can only end in hope.
Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd
ISBN: 9780241484562
Number of pages: 320
Weight: 437 g
Dimensions: 222 x 144 x 31 mm
MEDIA REVIEWS
As well as a portrait of a telepathic marriage of true minds, and a snapshot of a fretful island, this is a soaring lament and a tub-thumping tirade - for all that is being lost, for all that may yet be saved * Telegraph *
An inspiring and beautifully written story of hope and healing . . . We, her readers, are privileged to walk alongside her * Countryfile *
An inspirational story of love and endurance; of trails offering links to ancient times. But it's clear-eyed, too, on the future we're shaping * Telegraph, 'Best travel books to buy for Christmas 2022' *
Another heartwarming odyssey, this time on one of the wildest walks in Britain . . . Winn seems to have a bird's-eye view of Britain - a map at her feet, a keen eye for detail, particularly for social injustice. Hers is a voice of empathy and integrity * GUARDIAN *
Fans of The Salt Path will love this moving continuation of Raynor and her husband Moth's journey . . . Alongside beautiful nature writing, there are thought-provoking observations on our countryside and the threat it is under * Good Housekeeping *
A tale of remarkable resilience and nature writing at its best * i *
Their journey from remote Scotland to the South West coast Path makes for inspiring reading * Boundless *
Each step is recorded in luminous prose * Wanderlust *
A captivating reflection on nature and the lines that divide and shape countries and people * Sainsbury's Magazine *
If you enjoyed The Salt Path . . . you'll love Raynor Winn's latest book, Landlines * Yours Magazine *
The reader . . . may struggle to keep a dry eye * Geographical *
Winn has a gift for making her account profoundly human . . . In exploring what it means to be seeing a landscape possibly for the last time, it achieves moments of rare vision and compassion * Spectator *
If you followed Raynor and husband Moth on The Salt Path, you will thrill to join them on this epic walk, from Scotland's wild and beautiful Cape Wrath Trail. Miracles might just happen when you put your best foot forward * Saga Magazine *
I like the realism of her writing, about all the practicalities and discomforts, the midge bites, the blisters and the endless comforting cups of tea. All of this is underpinned by the deep love of a long marriage. Winn writes with a personal and passionate appreciation of nature * Perceptive Travel *
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“A stunning reflection on nature, health and relationships”
**Thank you to Penguin Publishing for an ARC of this book in return for an honest review**
In her signature Atmospheric prose, Raynor Winn takes readers on a walk that holds immense meaning and hope for her and...
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“Perfect Escapist Travel Writing”
Quite simply Raynor’s best yet. I lost myself in her writing and was right there alongside her and Moth as they walked this epic journey. If you want to read some genuine escapist travel writing and continue Raynor... More
“Nature writing at its best”
Was lucky enough to receive an uncorrected proof of this book and yikes, am I grateful.
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