Mapping the Walk (Greek/English bilingual)

Artist Judith Allen-Efstathiou has been drawing the wildflowers along an ancient stone-paved footpath on the Greek island of Kea for 11 years. Her work, "Mapping the Walk," is a beautiful, illustrated book that showcases the path and its plants, which are endangered by the encroachment of a road. The book is a testament to the artist's passion for the landscape and a celebration of nature's beauty and resilience.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 152 pages
Publication date: 01 June 2022
Publisher: Kapon Editions

Artist Judith Allen-Efstathiou has dedicated 11 years to meticulously capturing the breathtaking wildflowers that thrive along an ancient stone-paved footpath near her home on the picturesque Greek island of Kea. Through her captivating drawings, she has documented not only the path and its diverse plant life, but also the threat posed by the encroachment of a road. The outcome of her dedicated efforts is a magnificent, lavishly illustrated book titled "Mapping the Walk." This captivating journey takes readers on a captivating adventure along the very path that the artist has meticulously documented. With the artist serving as our guide, we embark on a remarkable exploration, passing by the ancient stone Lion of Kea, immersing ourselves in a realm of delicate beauty, and experiencing the extraordinary richness of the wildflowers that grace Greece. The book is adorned with 53 exquisite full-color botanical drawings, complemented by details from the artist's sketchbook, photographs, and artwork inspired by her drawings. "Mapping the Walk" serves as a testament to the artist's profound passion for this landscape and a joyous celebration of nature's beauty and resilience. Beyond its aesthetic appeal, the book holds a greater purpose. It aims to serve as a catalyst for the preservation of not only this ancient footpath but also other marked hiking trails on Kea, which are considered living national treasures. These trails are invaluable, precious, and irreplaceable, holding immense cultural and ecological significance. By highlighting the significance of these trails, "Mapping the Walk" hopes to inspire a collective effort to safeguard and maintain these precious legacies for future generations. Through her artistic lens and unwavering dedication, Judith Allen-Efstathiou has created a remarkable work that not only showcases the wonders of nature but also serves as a powerful call to action for the preservation of our natural heritage.

Weight: 650g
Dimension: 266 x 194 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9786185209957