Landmarks

Discover the transformative power of language and landscape with 'Landmarks' by Robert Macfarlane. This acclaimed work, shortlisted for the prestigious Samuel Johnson Prize and the Wainwright Prize, is a heartfelt exploration of the interconnectedness of words and the natural world. Delve into a vivid journey through the landscapes of England, Scotland, Ireland, and Wales, where every page reveals unique words that evoke the essence of nature. 'Landmarks' serves as both a field guide to the literature of nature and a rich glossary of remarkable terms that describe our environment, from rolling hills to crashing waves. Macfarlane’s prose beautifully illustrates how language shapes our perception and appreciation of place, inviting readers to deepen their love for the great outdoors. With 448 pages of inspiration, this B-format paperback is perfect for nature enthusiasts, literary lovers, and anyone eager to understand our landscapes on a profound level. Immerse yourself in this joyous meditation and unlock the secret language of the land. Enjoy FREE shipping on your order, making it easier than ever to add this essential title to your collection. Please note, combined shipping is not available with this item, and please allow up to 10 days for delivery.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780241967874
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2016
Publisher: Penguin UK
Pages: 448


Description:
Shortlisted for the Samuel Johnson Prize 2015
Shortlisted for the Wainwright Prize 2016

Landmarks is Robert Macfarlane's joyous meditation on words, landscape and the relationship between the two.

Words are grained into our landscapes, and landscapes are grained into our words. Landmarks is about the power of language to shape our sense of place. It is a field guide to the literature of nature, and a glossary containing thousands of remarkable words used in England, Scotland, Ireland and Wales to describe land, nature and weather.

Travelling from Cumbria to the Cairngorms, and exploring the landscapes of Roger Deakin, J. A. Baker, Nan Shepherd and others, Robert Macfarlane shows that language, well used, is a keen way of knowing landscape, and a vital means of coming to love it.

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