Simmons, Gail
Between the Chalk and the Sea: A pilgrim's path along the south coast
- ISBN 13:
- 9781472280305
- author:
- Simmons, Gail
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Headline Book Publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2024
- Pages:
- 352
- Dimensions:
- 19.6 x 12.8 x 2.4 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Biography
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
On an antique map in the Bodleian Library, a faint red line threads its way through the south coast, hinting at a long-forgotten road. Renamed the Old Way, medieval pilgrims are thought to have travelled this route to reach the shrine of Thomas Becket. Over four seasons, travel writer Gail Simmons walks the 240 miles between the chalk hills and shifting seascapes, rediscovering what a long journey on foot offers us today. As she walks, Simmons reflects on the significance of 'slow travel' in an age dominated by cars. She also explores the challenges faced by women walking alone, and the potential for pilgrimage to be reclaimed as a secular act. Blending history, anthropology, etymology, and geology, Simmons' walk reveals the rich natural and cultural heritage found on our doorstep. Through her journey, Simmons offers a nuanced exploration of the natural world, the power of human connection, and the enduring appeal of the great outdoors.
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