Walking the Camino: a Modern Pilgrimage to Santiago

Discover the transformative journey of 'Walking the Camino: a Modern Pilgrimage to Santiago.' This inspiring travel memoir by Tony Kevin takes you through the breathtaking landscapes of Spain, as he embarks on a soul-searching pilgrimage at the age of 63. From Granada to Santiago de Compostela, experience the invigorating Via Mozarabe and Via de la Plata, two prominent routes rich with history and spiritual significance. Whether you're contemplating your own spiritual journey or simply curious about the cultural revival of this ancient pilgrimage, this book is a treasure trove of insight. Inside its 320 pages, you'll find personal anecdotes and reflections that illuminate the nature of modern challenges while providing a meditative lens on contemporary life. Join the ranks of pilgrims who seek spiritual renewal and reconciliation in today's world. 'Walking the Camino' speaks to all who appreciate travel, spirituality, and the beauty of human connection. Ideal for those curious about Spain’s vibrant culture and rich history, this book is a must-have addition to your reading list. Embrace your journey today and grab your copy at Smartfox NZ with FREE shipping! Don't miss out on the opportunity to explore the pathways of self-discovery and adventure.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781921372339
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2008
Publisher: Scribe Publications
Pages: 320


Description:
In May 2006, armed only with a small rucksack and a staff, Tony Kevin, an overweight, sedentary, 63-year-old former diplomat, set off on an eight-week trek across Spain. But this was not just a very long walk - it was a pilgrimage. From Granada, in the southeast, to Santiago de Compostela, in the far northwest, Tony followed the Via Mozarabe and the Via de la Plata, two of the many pilgrim trails that crisscross Spain and Portugal and that all lead to a single destination. In the Middle Ages, the cathedral city of Santiago de Compostela was Europe's most famous centre of pilgrimage, and in recent years it has enjoyed a remarkable revival; every day towards noon, hundreds of hot, tired, and dusty pilgrims stream into Santiago Cathedral for the daily Pilgrim's Mass. What, in our busy, materialistic 21st century, is this apparently anachronistic phenomenon all about? What drives tens of thousands of people of all nationalities and creeds to make long, exhausting walks across the cold mountains and hot tablelands of Spain, to take part finally in a medieval Christian liturgy of spiritual renewal and reconciliation with God? Walking the Camino beautifully captures the flavour of what it was like to walk the Camino, and is filled with fascinating observations and anecdotes about the nature of contemporary Spain. And because pilgrimage is such a deeply personal experience that has the potential to unlock the deepest recesses of hidden memory and conscience, it is also a profound personal meditation on the nature of modern life. It will be of interest to people who contemplate making, or who have made this walk; to those interested in the politics and culture of contemporary Spain; and indeed anyone who appreciates f
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