To the Island of Tides
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To the Island of Tides
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To the Island of Tides
This journey to Lindisfarne is a meditation on the power of place, from the historian and award-winning author of The Hidden Ways.
In To the Island of Tides, Alistair Moffat travels to—and through the history of—the fated island of Lindisfarne. Known by the Romans as InsulaMedicata and famous for its monastery, it even survived Viking raids. Today the isle maintains its position as a space for retreat and spiritual renewal.
Walking from his home in the Borders, through the historical landscape of Scotland and northern England, Moffat takes us on a pilgrimage in the footsteps of saints and scholars, before arriving for a secular retreat on the Holy Isle. To the Island of Tides is a walk through history, a meditation on the power of place, but also a more personal journey; and a reflection on where life leads us.
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To the Island of Tides by Alistair Moffat receives praise for its evocative depiction of places, history, and nature. Reviewers highlight the book's compelling narrative and the author's ability to blend personal memoir with historical exploration. Moffat's writing is acclaimed for its lyrical beauty, capturing the essence of pilgrimage, self-discovery, and the significance of familial connections.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781786896346
Publisher: Canongate Books
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 03 June 2021
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Canongate Books
Edition: Main
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 20.0mm
Width: 129.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 233g
Pages: 336
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About the Author
Alistair Moffat was born in Kelso, Scotland in 1950. He is an award-winning writer, historian and Director of Programmes at Scottish Television, former Director of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, and former Rector of the University of St Andrews. He is the founder of Borders Book Festival and Co-Chairman of The Great Tapestry of Scotland. He is the author of The Hidden Ways: Scotland's Forgotten Roads.
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