Olivia Laing’s To the River: A Journey Beneath the Surface is a profoundly introspective exploration of the River Ouse in Sussex, where the author delves into themes of memory, nature, and personal loss. Through a blend of lyrical prose and investigative narrative, Laing weaves historical insight with intimate reflection, creating a tapestry that captures the river's physical presence alongside its symbolic weight. This memoir transcends a simple travelogue, inviting readers to consider the fluidity of identity and the passage of time, all while immersed in the evocative landscapes and histories that flow beneath the surface.
Olivia Laing’s To the River: A Journey Beneath the Surface is a profoundly introspective exploration of the River Ouse in Sussex, where the author delves into themes of memory, nature, and personal loss. Through a blend of lyrical prose and investigative narrative, Laing weaves historical insight with intimate reflection, creating a tapestry that captures the river's physical presence alongside its symbolic weight. This memoir transcends a simple travelogue, inviting readers to consider the fluidity of identity and the passage of time, all while immersed in the evocative landscapes and histories that flow beneath the surface.
Canongate, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, 2011. Hardback, first edition. Nearest to new, copy is in fine condition
