Enchantment
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Enchantment
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Enchantment
From the internationally bestselling author of Wintering comes this balm for anxious times and an invitationto rediscover the feelings of awe and wonder availableto us all.
From the internationally bestselling author of Wintering comes this balm for anxious times and an invitation to rediscover the feelings of awe and wonder available to us all.
Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! DescriptionIn Enchantment, Katherine May takes readers on a profound journey through the labyrinth of modern life, contemplation, and self-discovery. After enduring the isolating and tumultuous years of the pandemic—juggling parenting, work, and pervasive anxiety about the events beyond her control—May feels utterly depleted. Struggling with an overwhelming news cycle and a sense of disconnection, she begins to question if there is a more fulfilling way to live, one that would allow her to feel more connected, rested, and at peace amidst the chaotic changes in the world.
Seeking a new path, May turns to the natural world for solace and renewal. She finds profound comfort in simple, deliberate attentions—a pebble in the hand, the humbling presence of the sea, the grounding pleasure of bare feet on the earth, and the enchanting allure of a moon shadow. Through cultivating these rituals, she rediscovers the quiet nourishment that comes from reconnecting with her surroundings.
Blending poetic lyricism with poignant storytelling, sensitivity, and deep empathy, Enchantment invites readers to rediscover the richness of human experience in all its sensory and emotional complexity. It is a guide to finding unexpected beauty in everyday moments waiting to be cherished. With personal insights and a deeply reflective narrative, Katherine May opens the door to a way of seeing the world that is both ancient and accessible, encouraging us to value and savour the enchantment that exists around us.
'A beautiful, gentle exploration of the dark season of life and the light of spring that eventually follows.' - Raynor Winn, on Wintering
'A book for the soul.' - Caitlin Moran, on Wintering
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Enchantment by Katherine May is praised for its introspective journey into rekindling a sense of wonder and joy in everyday life. Readers appreciate its poetic writing and relatable personal anecdotes, which offer a comforting guide to finding beauty in the mundane. The book is described as a gentle, inspiring read that encourages mindfulness and presence.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780571378340
Publisher: Faber & Faber
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 28 February 2023
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Faber & Faber
Edition: Export - Airside ed
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 17.0mm
Width: 135.0mm
Height: 216.0mm
Weight: 252g
Pages: 240
About the Author
Katherine May is an internationally bestselling author andpodcaster living in Whitstable, UK. Her hybrid memoirWintering: The Power of Rest and Retreat in Difficult Timesbecame a New York Times, Sunday Times and Der Spiegelbestseller, and was adapted as BBC Radio 4's Book of theWeek. The Electricity of Every Living Thing, her memoir ofa midlife autism diagnosis, is currently being adapted as anaudio drama by Audible. Her journalism and essays haveappeared in a range of publications including the New YorkTimes, Observer and Aeon, and she is the host of The Wintering Sessions podcast.
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