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Living Mountain: A Celebration of the Cairngorm Mountains of Scotland

Living Mountain: A Celebration of the Cairngorm Mountains of Scotland

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Nan Shepherd's The Living Mountain is a masterpiece of nature writing that explores and records the Cairngorm mountains of Scotland. It was composed during the Second World War and was finally published after lying untouched for thirty years.

Format: Hardback
Length: 176 pages
Publication date: 01 August 2019
Publisher: Canongate Books Ltd


The Living Mountain is a remarkable work of nature writing that delves into the breathtaking Cairngorm mountains of Scotland. Authored by Nan Shepherd, this masterpiece explores the diverse and captivating landscapes, showcasing both its awe-inspiring beauty and its harshness. Through her poetic prose, Shepherd captures the essence of the rocks, rivers, creatures, and hidden wonders of this remarkable environment.

Shepherd's lifelong pursuit of the inherent nature of the Cairngorms inspired her to pen this profound meditation on the magnificence of mountains and our imaginative connection with the wild world. Composed during the Second World War, the manuscript of The Living Mountain lay untouched for over thirty years before it was finally published.

The Living Mountain is a testament to Shepherd's dedication to nature writing and her ability to convey the profound connection between humans and the natural world. It serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving and protecting our planet's natural treasures and encourages us to appreciate the wonders that surround us.

Weight: 288g
Dimension: 223 x 141 x 18 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781786897350
Edition number: Main

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