Island Dreams: Mapping an Obsession

In Island Dreams, Gavin Francis explores our fascination with islands, combining personal travel experiences with psychology, philosophy, and literary voyages to highlight their significance in our consciousness. The book compares the freedom of thirty years of travel with the responsibilities of middle age, exploring the themes of rest and motion, independence, and attachment. Illustrated with maps, it celebrates human adventures in the world and within our minds.

Format: Hardback
Length: 256 pages
Publication date: 01 October 2020
Publisher: Canongate Books Ltd

In his captivating book, "Island Dreams," Gavin Francis delves into our deep-rooted fascination with islands, exploring the multifaceted aspects of their allure. Through a blend of personal anecdotes, psychological insights, philosophical reflections, and captivating voyages from literature, Francis sheds new light on the significance of islands and isolation in our collective consciousness.

Comparing his thirty years of extraordinary travel, spanning from the Faroe Islands to the Aegean, the Galapagos to the Andaman Islands, with the challenges of approaching middle age as a doctor, community member, and parent, "Island Dreams" weaves a thought-provoking narrative that resonates with the ever-connected world we inhabit today.

Illustrated with detailed maps throughout, this book serves as a vibrant celebration of human adventures both within and across the vast expanse of the world. It invites readers to embark on a journey of exploration, reflection, and appreciation for the wonders that await us both on land and within the depths of our minds.

Weight: 630g
Dimension: 222 x 159 x 28 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781786898180
Edition number: Main