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Landlines

The No 1 Sunday Times bestseller about a thousand-mile journey across Britain from the author of The Salt Path
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Landlines by Raynor Winn follows the author and her partner, Moth, as they embark on a journey walking the length of Britain. Facing Moth’s terminal illness, the couple discovers the healing power of nature and deepens their bond through the challenges and beauty of their trek. It's a poignant and uplifting story about resilience, love, and the transformative impact of the natural world.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy heartfelt tales of endurance, nature, and the transformative power of long-distance trekking. The author’s journey across the Scottish Highlands is not only a physical challenge but also a poignant exploration of healing and hope.

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Landlines by Raynor Winn is a poignant and reflective memoir, chronicling Raynor and her husband Moth’s courageous and deeply personal journey across Great Britain. After receiving the devastating news that Moth's health is rapidly deteriorating, Raynor clings to the hope that another epic walk might once more bring healing and solace. With the South West Coast Path calling them back, they embark on an ambitious thousand-mile trek, journeying through the heart of an island nation teetering on the brink of an uncertain future.

This intimate story delves into themes of resilience, hope, and the profound connection between humans and the natural world. Raynor and Moth traverse through the varied landscapes of Britain, encountering both breathtaking beauty and formidable obstacles. As they walk, they navigate not only the physical terrain but also the emotional landscapes of their own lives, reflecting on past struggles and the power of enduring love.

Raynor Winn beautifully captures the essence of each moment with her lyrical prose, drawing readers into a journey that is as much about inner discovery and the strength of the human spirit as it is about the physical challenge of the walk itself. Her vivid descriptions of the natural world and poignant reflections on life’s impermanence create a compelling narrative that speaks to the transformative power of nature.

With her remarkable storytelling, Raynor Winn takes readers on a profound journey of healing, illustrating that even in the face of life's greatest challenges, there is hope to be found in the simple act of putting one foot in front of the other. Landlines is a testament to the endurance of the human spirit and the redemptive power of nature.

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Landlines by Raynor Winn is celebrated as another inspiring and heartwarming journey with her husband Moth. Reviewers praise her compassionate, humourous, and insightful writing, noting the couple's resilience and deep connection to nature. The book is recognised for its vivid prose, thought-provoking social observations, and depiction of enduring love and hope amidst challenging times. It's appreciated by fans of her previous work, The Salt Path, for its continued exploration of personal and environmental themes.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781405947787

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 11 May 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Books Ltd

Audience: General / adult, Tertiary education, Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 19.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 223g

Pages: 320

About the Author

Raynor Winn is the bestselling author of The Salt Path and The Wild Silence. The Salt Path won the inaugural RSL Christopher Bland Prize and was shortlisted for the 2018 Costa Biography Award and the Wainwright Golden Beer Book Prize. The Wild Silence was shortlisted for the 2021 Wainwright Prize for Nature Writing. She is a regular long-distance walker and writes about nature, homelessness and our relationship to the land. She lives in Cornwall with her husband Moth.

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  • The Salt Path
    The Salt Path is a deeply moving and profoundly inspiring true story that captures the essence of human resilience and the profound impact of nature on our well-being. This compelling narrative, a Sunday Times bestseller and shortlisted for the prestigious Wainwright Prize, recounts the life-changing journey of Raynor and Moth Winn—a couple who, facing monumental life challenges, find solace and...
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  • The Salt Path
    The bestselling true story of the couple who lost everything and embarked on a journey not of escape but salvation, soon to be a major motion picture starring Golden Globe winning Gillian Anderson and Jason Isaacs. Just days after Raynor learns that Moth, her husband of 32 years, is terminally ill, the couple lose their home and their livelihood. With...
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  • The Wild Silence
    The Wild Silence is the captivating second instalment following the immense success of Raynor Winn's Costa prize-shortlisted debut, The Salt Path. This profound true story continues to chronicle the journey of Raynor and her husband Moth, who, after losing everything, find solace and resilience in the healing power of nature. Their arduous walk of 630 miles along the windswept and...
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