Coastlines
Subtitle: the story of our shore
By: Patrick Barkham ; illustrated by Emily Faccini
Contributors: Faccini, Emily, illustrator
Publisher: Granta
Published: 2015
Place of publication: London
Language: eng
Number of pages: 355
ISBN-13: 9781847088970
Subjects: Travel; Coasts; Description and travel
Other titles: Coast lines
Description: Told through a series of walks beside the sea, this is a story of the most beautiful 742 miles of coastline in England, Wales and Northern Ireland: their rocks, plants and animals, their views, walks and history, and the people who have made their lives within sight of the waves. As he travels along coastal paths, visits beaches and explores coves, Barkham reflects on the long campaign to protect our shoreline from tidal erosion and human damage and weaves together fascinating tales about every aspect of the coast - from ancient conquests and smuggler's routes, to exotic migratory birds and bucket-and-spade holidays - to tell a more profound story about our island nation and the way we are shaped by our shores.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (pages 337-342) and index.