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Surfacing

Kathleen Jamie
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Surfacing

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2019

Book Brief

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Kathleen Jamie

Surfacing

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2019
Book Details
Pages

256

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

Scotland • Contemporary

Publication Year

2019

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Surfacing by Kathleen Jamie is a collection of essays focusing on the interaction between humans, landscapes, and archaeological finds. The essays depict people exploring themes of history, memory, and cultural connection, as they uncover ancient sites and reflect on the impact of human presence on the natural world.

Contemplative

Nostalgic

Melancholic

Serene

Informative

Reviews & Readership

4.4

1,572 ratings

84%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Kathleen Jamie's Surfacing is praised for its lyrical prose and deep reflections on nature and history, offering poignant insights into our relationship with the past. Critics appreciate the contemplative tone and vivid imagery. However, some find the narrative occasionally disjointed. Overall, it's a thought-provoking read that resonates with those attuned to environmental themes.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Surfacing?

A reader captivated by Kathleen Jamie's Surfacing values literary nature writing and cultural reflection, akin to Annie Dillard's Pilgrim at Tinker Creek. They appreciate essays intertwining landscape, history, and personal insight, vicariously exploring human and natural connections.

4.4

1,572 ratings

84%

Loved it

13%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

256

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

Scotland • Contemporary

Publication Year

2019

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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