Purbeck: The Ingrained Island
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Paul Hyland
Binding: Hardback
Published: Gollancz, 1989
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: General wear, yellowing on external dust cover; internal pages in good condition
This evocative non-fiction work, Purbeck: The Ingrained Island, chronicles the unique geological and cultural tapestry of a distinctive English peninsula. Paul Hyland uncovers the deep historical layers and natural forces that have shaped Purbeck, presenting a vivid portrait of its landscape, inhabitants, and enduring spirit. The narrative illustrates how the island's ancient stones and rugged coastline have profoundly influenced its identity and the lives of those who call it home. Hyland's prose captures the essence of this remarkable place, arguing for its significance as a microcosm of natural and human history. It is an insightful and beautifully rendered account that transports the reader to the heart of Purbeck's ingrained character.
Author: Paul Hyland
Binding: Hardback
Published: Gollancz, 1989
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: General wear, yellowing on external dust cover; internal pages in good condition
This evocative non-fiction work, Purbeck: The Ingrained Island, chronicles the unique geological and cultural tapestry of a distinctive English peninsula. Paul Hyland uncovers the deep historical layers and natural forces that have shaped Purbeck, presenting a vivid portrait of its landscape, inhabitants, and enduring spirit. The narrative illustrates how the island's ancient stones and rugged coastline have profoundly influenced its identity and the lives of those who call it home. Hyland's prose captures the essence of this remarkable place, arguing for its significance as a microcosm of natural and human history. It is an insightful and beautifully rendered account that transports the reader to the heart of Purbeck's ingrained character.