Summer at Little Lava

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Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Iceland's rugged coast, the narrative follows Charles Fergus as he restores an abandoned farmhouse at Little Lava. Living without modern conveniences alongside his wife and young son, he seeks solace from profound personal grief following a family tragedy. Inspired by nature and the surrounding wildlife, Fergus reflects on life, loss, and the quest for meaning in a place defined by its stark beauty and rich mythology. The book beautifully intertwines themes of simplicity, healing, and the connection to the natural world.