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Oliver Smith

    Oliver Smith crafts stories that delve into the weird, the fantastic, and the speculative, populated by mermaids in bathrooms and plotting pickled brains. His writing practice stems from a deep engagement with surrealist techniques, employing methods like cut-up, automatic writing, and formal poetic exercises. This experimental approach allows him to construct unique narratives that push the boundaries of reality. Smith's distinctive prose is characterized by its imaginative and often unsettling imagery.

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    On This Holy Island
    The Atlas of Abandoned Places
    Medicinal Cannabis
    • Medicinal Cannabis

      The Step By Step Manual With Multiple Benefits. New Perspective In Human Medicine. Did You Know That Cannabis Is Used To Relieve Symptoms Caused By Diseases Such As Multiple Sclerosis, Fibromyalgia And Various Symptoms Of Ailment

      • 154 pages
      • 6 hours of reading

      Drawing from personal experience with multiple sclerosis, the author explores the potential benefits of cannabis in alleviating symptoms associated with this condition. The book addresses common early signs of MS, such as vision problems, fatigue, and cognitive issues, providing insight for those diagnosed or caring for someone with the disease. It serves as a guide for readers seeking solutions and hope, emphasizing the transformative impact of cannabis on managing the challenges of MS.

      Medicinal Cannabis
    • The Atlas of Abandoned Places

      A journey through the world's forgotten wonders

      • 224 pages
      • 8 hours of reading

      Delve into the intriguing stories behind forgotten monuments around the globe, as award-winning travel writer Oliver Smith uncovers their hidden pasts. From an abandoned palace of a fallen dictator to a decaying monument to communism, each site reveals a unique narrative of beauty and history. Discover the remnants of two never-launched space shuttles and other lost wonders that highlight the intersection of architectural grandeur and the passage of time in this extraordinary atlas.

      The Atlas of Abandoned Places
    • On This Holy Island

      A Modern Pilgrimage Across Britain

      • 256 pages
      • 9 hours of reading

      Exploring the concept of pilgrimage, Oliver Smith embarks on a transformative journey across Britain's sacred landscapes, from prehistoric sites to contemporary venues like football stadiums. His adventure includes climbing remote sea caves, sleeping in Neolithic tombs, and traversing ancient roads to churches and standing stones. This travelogue connects historical rituals with modern experiences, revealing how the act of journeying continues to provide meaning and insight into the human soul. Smith's well-researched narrative blends history, spirituality, and personal reflection.

      On This Holy Island
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      Entspannt und nachhaltig durch den Kontinent

      Dieser Band bietet Inspiration und praktische Tipps für Bahnreisen durch Europa. Er beschreibt die schönsten Routen und wichtigsten Bahnhöfe und liefert nützliche Informationen zu Reisezeiten, Budget und Übernachtungen. Abstecher zu sehenswerten Highlights runden die Reiseerfahrung ab.

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