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One of the most talked about books of the decade, an inspiring true story of hope and the healing powers of the natural world.
OVER 2 MILLION COPIES SOLD WORLDWIDE
THE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLER
INCLUDED IN THE SUNDAY TIMES 2024 LIST OF THE TOP 100 BOOKS OF THE PAST FIFTY YEARS
WINNER OF THE ROYAL SOCIETY OF LITERATURE CHRISTOPHER BLAND PRIZE
SHORTLISTED FOR THE WAINWRIGHT PRIZE FOR NATURE WRITING
SHORTLISTED FOR THE COSTA BIOGRAPHY AWARD
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Just days after Raynor learns that Moth, her husband of 32 years, is terminally ill, their home is taken away and they lose their livelihood. With nothing left and little time, they make the brave and impulsive decision to walk the 630 miles of the sea-swept South West Coast Path, from Somerset to Dorset, via Devon and Cornwall.
Carrying only the essentials for survival on their backs, they live wild in the ancient, weathered landscape of cliffs, sea and sky. Yet through every step, every encounter and every test along the way, their walk becomes a remarkable journey.
The Salt Path is an honest and life-affirming true story of coming to terms with grief and the healing power of the natural world. Ultimately, it is a portrayal of home, and how it can be lost, rebuilt and rediscovered in the most unexpected ways.
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‘A beautiful, thoughtful, lyrical story of homelessness, human strength and endurance’ Guardian
‘A tale of triumph: of hope over despair; of love over everything’ Sunday Times
‘Mesmerising. It is one of the most uplifting, inspiring books that I’ve ever read’ i
‘The most inspirational book of this year’ The Times
‘Luminescent. A literary phenomenon’ Mail on Sunday
‘This is what you need right now to muster hope and resilience . . . a beautiful story and a reminder that humans can endure adversity’ Stylist
‘A beautiful book, it really lives up to the hype . . . an enjoyable, gentle yet moving read’ Pandora Sykes on The High Low
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Sunday Times bestseller, September 2023
Winner, Royal Society of Literature Christopher Bland Prize, 2018
Raynor Winn’s books have sold over two million copies across all formats and languages, March 2025
From the Publisher
ASIN : B0793GXSBL
Publisher : Penguin
Accessibility : Learn more
Publication date : 22 Mar. 2018
Edition : 1st
Language : English
File size : 4.3 MB
Screen Reader : Supported
Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
X-Ray : Enabled
Word Wise : Enabled
Print length : 273 pages
ISBN-13 : 978-1405937528
Page Flip : Enabled
Customers say
Customers find this book to be a truly inspirational and uplifting read, with beautiful descriptions of the landscape and emotional content that evokes both laughter and tears. Moreover, the story of two people’s journey along the coastal path resonates with readers, highlighting their strength and positivity in overcoming hardships. Additionally, customers appreciate the deep love of the natural world expressed in the book, and one customer mentions how it made them want to explore the coast.
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