Liptrot, Amy

The Outrun

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ISBN 13:
9780393608960
author:
Liptrot, Amy
format:
Hardback (08 Aug 2017)
publisher:
W.W. Norton & Company
language:
English
Publication Year:
2017
Pages:
304
Dimensions:
218mm / 152mm
Genre:
Memorials Biographies & True Stories
Condition:
New
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£20.24

Description

Amy Liptrot's memoir, The Outrun, is a poignant and powerful exploration of the author's journey towards recovery from addiction. Returning to the Orkney island where she grew up, Liptrot reflects on the cycles of nature and the impact of her father's mental illness on her childhood. As she navigates the challenges of her past, she finds solace in the natural world, from the bracing sea to the wildlife that inhabits the island. Through her story, Liptrot sheds light on the complexities of addiction and the struggle to find balance between the wild, carefree existence of her youth and the responsibilities of adulthood. With lyrical prose and a deep understanding of the human condition, she recounts her journey towards healing and renewal. A beautifully written and deeply personal account, The Outrun is a testament to the transformative power of nature and the human spirit.

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