Land of Maybe: A Faroe Islands Year

These dispatches from the wind and salt-blown islands at 62 degrees north offer delicious escapism. The Land of Maybe is a beautiful evocation of landscape and nature, as well as a portrait of a community which maintains a deep connection with its past.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 288 pages
Publication date: 09 September 2021
Publisher: Short Books Ltd

In this exceptional book, Ecott's evocative storytelling transports me to the enigmatic and captivating realm of the Faroe Islands, nestled in the North Atlantic.

Ecott's prose possesses the tidal force of the ocean, his perception is as keen as the Atlantic wind, and he possesses the soul of a naturalist born anew. This masterpiece is a testament to his literary prowess.

The Land of Maybe follows the natural rhythm of the year, capturing the essence of the slow-paced lifestyle on the 18 remote and mysterious islands that comprise the Faroes. Situated closer to the United Kingdom than Denmark, this rapidly vanishing world is home to a close-knit society of just 50,000 people, who share Viking roots and a unique language distinct from any other in Scandinavia.

We embark on a journey alongside the migratory birds, observe the sheep's overwintering, and witness how food is gathered and consumed in harmony with the changing seasons.

Rather than being a mere travelogue, The Land of Maybe delves deeper into the art of thriving in challenging landscapes, offering a profound study of a people and a way of life that embodies continuity and a deep connection to the past.

This book serves as both a sanctuary from the frenetic pace of modern life and a source of wisdom, imparting lessons about our origins and guiding us toward finding balance in our lives.

Weight: 254g
Dimension: 128 x 197 x 23 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781780725185