Landlines Synopsis
Some people live to walk. Raynor and Moth walk to live . . .
Raynor knows that her husband Moth's health is declining, getting worse by the day. She knows of only one cure: the healing power of walking.
Embarking on a journey across the Cape Wrath Trail, over 200 miles of gruelling terrain through Scotland's remotest mountains and lochs, Raynor and Moth look to an uncertain future. Fearing that miracles don't often repeat themselves.
But for all the physical struggle, there is healing. And so when their journey ends, they do what they know best: they keep walking . . .
Their journey began in fear. But can it end in hope?
From the glens of Scotland to the familiar shores of the South West Coast Path, this is the inspiring story of a thousand-mile journey and love letter to our land.
About This Edition
| ISBN: |
9781405947787 |
| Publication date: |
11th May 2023 |
| Author: |
Raynor Winn |
| Publisher: |
Penguin Books Ltd |
| Format: |
Paperback |
| Pagination: |
306 pages |
| Primary Genre |
Biographies & Autobiographies
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Raynor Winn Press Reviews
Raynor Winn has done it again. She's achieved a miracle, defying all odds and walking 1,000 miles with her beloved husband Moth. But she has also given her vast army of fans - both armchair hikers and the real thing - another wondrous book, full of compassion, humour, insights, closeness to nature and true, bloody-minded grit. An inspiration. -- Isabella Tree, author of Wilding
As well as a portrait of a telepathic marriage of true minds, and a snapshot of a fretful island, this is a soaring lament and a tub-thumping tirade - for all that is being lost, for all that may yet be saved - Telegraph
An inspiring and beautifully written story of hope and healing . . . We, her readers, are privileged to walk alongside her - Countryfile
An inspirational story of love and endurance; of trails offering links to ancient times. But it's clear-eyed, too, on the future we're shaping - Telegraph, 'Best travel books to buy for Christmas 2022'
Another heartwarming odyssey, this time on one of the wildest walks in Britain . . . Winn seems to have a bird's-eye view of Britain - a map at her feet, a keen eye for detail, particularly for social injustice. Hers is a voice of empathy and integrity - GUARDIAN
Fans of The Salt Path will love this moving continuation of Raynor and her husband Moth's journey . . . Alongside beautiful nature writing, there are thought-provoking observations on our countryside and the threat it is under - Good Housekeeping
A tale of remarkable resilience and nature writing at its best - i
Their journey from remote Scotland to the South West coast Path makes for inspiring reading - Boundless
Each step is recorded in luminous prose - Wanderlust
A captivating reflection on nature and the lines that divide and shape countries and people - Sainsbury's Magazine
If you enjoyed The Salt Path . . . you'll love Raynor Winn's latest book, Landlines - Yours Magazine
The reader . . . may struggle to keep a dry eye - Geographical
Winn has a gift for making her account profoundly human . . . In exploring what it means to be seeing a landscape possibly for the last time, it achieves moments of rare vision and compassion - Spectator
If you followed Raynor and husband Moth on The Salt Path, you will thrill to join them on this epic walk, from Scotland's wild and beautiful Cape Wrath Trail. Miracles might just happen when you put your best foot forward - Saga Magazine
I like the realism of her writing, about all the practicalities and discomforts, the midge bites, the blisters and the endless comforting cups of tea. All of this is underpinned by the deep love of a long marriage. Winn writes with a personal and passionate appreciation of nature - Perceptive Travel
